Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health: Psychological Therapies

Fees
£16,000
1 year 9 months Course
Course information
Batch Coming Soon
Course Duration
1 year 9 months
Limited Seats Available
15-20 Seats
Where you'll learn
About the Institute
Queen Mary University
Founded in 1785 as the London Medical College, Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is the amalgamation of four historic medical institutions, including England’s first medical school.
It was officially granted university status in 1887 and now offers over 240 degree programmes across three faculties: Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Engineering, and Medicine and Dentistry.
QMUL is a Russell Group university, operating across five campuses in London and at sites across Europe and Asia.
- In the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, QMUL ranked 16 in the UK, and 124 globally.
- The students are drawn from over 170 nationalities: approximately 41 per cent are from overseas, the university prides itself on having a vibrant and multicultural community
- QMUL has nine Nobel Prize winners among our former staff and students.
- Notable alumni include Ronald Ross, who discovered the origin and cure for malaria, Davidson Nicol, who discovered the breakdown of insulin in the human body, British politician Peter Hain, and Professor Andrew Pollard, the chief investigator of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Wolfson Institute of Population Health
This course is based at the Wolfson Institute of Population Health, which delivers internationally recognised research and teaching in population health. The Wolfson Institute is a part of Queen Mary University of London’s faculty of medicine and dentistry.
Queen Mary is a member of the Russell Group of leading research universities in the UK and the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry proudly holds an Athena Swan Gold Award in recognition of its commitment to gender equality.
Facilities
- Access to Queen Mary’s dedicated online portal, QMplus
- Access to video and audio recordings of all lectures and other online resources (journals, books and databases)
- Access to our campus facilities if you decide to visit at any point during your course
About the Institute
Queen Mary University
Founded in 1785 as the London Medical College, Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is the amalgamation of four historic medical institutions, including England’s first medical school.
It was officially granted university status in 1887 and now offers over 240 degree programmes across three faculties: Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Engineering, and Medicine and Dentistry.
QMUL is a Russell Group university, operating across five campuses in London and at sites across Europe and Asia.
- In the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, QMUL ranked 16 in the UK, and 124 globally.
- The students are drawn from over 170 nationalities: approximately 41 per cent are from overseas, the university prides itself on having a vibrant and multicultural community
- QMUL has nine Nobel Prize winners among our former staff and students.
- Notable alumni include Ronald Ross, who discovered the origin and cure for malaria, Davidson Nicol, who discovered the breakdown of insulin in the human body, British politician Peter Hain, and Professor Andrew Pollard, the chief investigator of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Wolfson Institute of Population Health
This course is based at the Wolfson Institute of Population Health, which delivers internationally recognised research and teaching in population health. The Wolfson Institute is a part of Queen Mary University of London’s faculty of medicine and dentistry.
Queen Mary is a member of the Russell Group of leading research universities in the UK and the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry proudly holds an Athena Swan Gold Award in recognition of its commitment to gender equality.
Facilities
- Access to Queen Mary’s dedicated online portal, QMplus
- Access to video and audio recordings of all lectures and other online resources (journals, books and databases)
- Access to our campus facilities if you decide to visit at any point during your course
Teaching
As an online learning student, you’ll meet weekly during term time (or every other week, if you study part-time) for online group tutorials, facilitated by your tutor. These mandatory group tutorials cover research supervision, problem-based learning (PBL), and other interactive exercises and discussions.
You’ll be able to access your class materials and lectures in an online learning environment, QMplus, where you will also submit your assignments. To complete this programme you’ll need a standard PC/Mac with reliable access to a broadband internet connection, headphones, a microphone and a webcam.
We take pride in the close and friendly working relationship we have with our students. You’ll be assigned an Academic Adviser, who will guide you in both academic and pastoral matters throughout your time at Queen Mary.
As an online learning student, you’ll meet weekly during term time (or every other week, if you study part-time) for online group tutorials, facilitated by your tutor. These mandatory group tutorials cover research supervision, problem-based learning (PBL), and other interactive exercises and discussions.
You’ll be able to access your class materials and lectures in an online learning environment, QMplus, where you will also submit your assignments. To complete this programme you’ll need a standard PC/Mac with reliable access to a broadband internet connection, headphones, a microphone and a webcam.
We take pride in the close and friendly working relationship we have with our students. You’ll be assigned an Academic Adviser, who will guide you in both academic and pastoral matters throughout your time at Queen Mary.
Structure
- Six compulsory modules
- Six compulsory modules
Career Paths
The skills this programme gives you are valuable for work in psychiatric or psychological services, homelessness agencies, learning disabilities services or forensic services and legal services.
We will encourage you to secure work roles in the field of mental health. We’ll help you prepare your CV, work on interview technique, and develop clinical skills if you want to consider more advanced and accredited courses.
The skills this programme gives you are valuable for work in psychiatric or psychological services, homelessness agencies, learning disabilities services or forensic services and legal services.
We will encourage you to secure work roles in the field of mental health. We’ll help you prepare your CV, work on interview technique, and develop clinical skills if you want to consider more advanced and accredited courses.
Fees and Study Options
Starting in : September 2024
Location : Distance Learning
Fees : £8,000
- The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years
- Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis
- Unconditional Deposit : £2,000
Starting in : September 2024
Location : Distance Learning
Fees : £8,000
- The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years
- Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis
- Unconditional Deposit : £2,000
Entry Requirements
Degree Requirements
A 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in Psychology, Medicine or a related discipline.
English Language Requirements
- If you got your degree in an English speaking country or if it was taught in English, and you studied within the last five years, you might not need an English language qualification
- You may be able to meet the English language requirement for your programme by joining a summer pre-sessional programme before starting your degree
Degree Requirements
A 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in Psychology, Medicine or a related discipline.
English Language Requirements
- If you got your degree in an English speaking country or if it was taught in English, and you studied within the last five years, you might not need an English language qualification
- You may be able to meet the English language requirement for your programme by joining a summer pre-sessional programme before starting your degree
Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health: Psychological Therapies

Batch Coming Soon
Course Duration
1 year 9 months
Limited Seats Available
15-20 Seats
What you'll learn
On this Postgraduate Diploma from Queen Mary, you’ll learn how to understand the signs, symptoms and labelling strategies used in deciphering complex mental health issues, making you a more effective member of your service team. You’ll also learn study skills and presentation skills and engage in group tasks using problem-based learning, role-play, and group discussion.
You’ll learn about psychological therapies including individual cognitive behavioural therapies, cognitive analytic therapies, psychodynamic therapies, as well as group and family therapies.
Online learning students also undertake placements in a location convenient to them: your tutor will support you to identify a suitable placement.
In addition, you’ll also develop your research skills and complete a placement report. By the time you complete the programme, you’ll be an able communicator, adept at expressing your ideas in spoken or written form.
If you're a part-time student, you'll take 3 compulsory modules in the first year (Mental Health in Context; Psychological therapies: Paradigms and Systems; Psychological therapies: Applications and Effectiveness) and the remaining 3 compulsory modules in year two.
Where you'll learn
About the Institute
Queen Mary University
Founded in 1785 as the London Medical College, Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is the amalgamation of four historic medical institutions, including England’s first medical school.
It was officially granted university status in 1887 and now offers over 240 degree programmes across three faculties: Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Engineering, and Medicine and Dentistry.
QMUL is a Russell Group university, operating across five campuses in London and at sites across Europe and Asia.
- In the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, QMUL ranked 16 in the UK, and 124 globally.
- The students are drawn from over 170 nationalities: approximately 41 per cent are from overseas, the university prides itself on having a vibrant and multicultural community
- QMUL has nine Nobel Prize winners among our former staff and students.
- Notable alumni include Ronald Ross, who discovered the origin and cure for malaria, Davidson Nicol, who discovered the breakdown of insulin in the human body, British politician Peter Hain, and Professor Andrew Pollard, the chief investigator of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Wolfson Institute of Population Health
This course is based at the Wolfson Institute of Population Health, which delivers internationally recognised research and teaching in population health. The Wolfson Institute is a part of Queen Mary University of London’s faculty of medicine and dentistry.
Queen Mary is a member of the Russell Group of leading research universities in the UK and the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry proudly holds an Athena Swan Gold Award in recognition of its commitment to gender equality.
Facilities
- Access to Queen Mary’s dedicated online portal, QMplus
- Access to video and audio recordings of all lectures and other online resources (journals, books and databases)
- Access to our campus facilities if you decide to visit at any point during your course
About the Institute
Queen Mary University
Founded in 1785 as the London Medical College, Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is the amalgamation of four historic medical institutions, including England’s first medical school.
It was officially granted university status in 1887 and now offers over 240 degree programmes across three faculties: Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Engineering, and Medicine and Dentistry.
QMUL is a Russell Group university, operating across five campuses in London and at sites across Europe and Asia.
- In the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, QMUL ranked 16 in the UK, and 124 globally.
- The students are drawn from over 170 nationalities: approximately 41 per cent are from overseas, the university prides itself on having a vibrant and multicultural community
- QMUL has nine Nobel Prize winners among our former staff and students.
- Notable alumni include Ronald Ross, who discovered the origin and cure for malaria, Davidson Nicol, who discovered the breakdown of insulin in the human body, British politician Peter Hain, and Professor Andrew Pollard, the chief investigator of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Wolfson Institute of Population Health
This course is based at the Wolfson Institute of Population Health, which delivers internationally recognised research and teaching in population health. The Wolfson Institute is a part of Queen Mary University of London’s faculty of medicine and dentistry.
Queen Mary is a member of the Russell Group of leading research universities in the UK and the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry proudly holds an Athena Swan Gold Award in recognition of its commitment to gender equality.
Facilities
- Access to Queen Mary’s dedicated online portal, QMplus
- Access to video and audio recordings of all lectures and other online resources (journals, books and databases)
- Access to our campus facilities if you decide to visit at any point during your course
Teaching
As an online learning student, you’ll meet weekly during term time (or every other week, if you study part-time) for online group tutorials, facilitated by your tutor. These mandatory group tutorials cover research supervision, problem-based learning (PBL), and other interactive exercises and discussions.
You’ll be able to access your class materials and lectures in an online learning environment, QMplus, where you will also submit your assignments. To complete this programme you’ll need a standard PC/Mac with reliable access to a broadband internet connection, headphones, a microphone and a webcam.
We take pride in the close and friendly working relationship we have with our students. You’ll be assigned an Academic Adviser, who will guide you in both academic and pastoral matters throughout your time at Queen Mary.
As an online learning student, you’ll meet weekly during term time (or every other week, if you study part-time) for online group tutorials, facilitated by your tutor. These mandatory group tutorials cover research supervision, problem-based learning (PBL), and other interactive exercises and discussions.
You’ll be able to access your class materials and lectures in an online learning environment, QMplus, where you will also submit your assignments. To complete this programme you’ll need a standard PC/Mac with reliable access to a broadband internet connection, headphones, a microphone and a webcam.
We take pride in the close and friendly working relationship we have with our students. You’ll be assigned an Academic Adviser, who will guide you in both academic and pastoral matters throughout your time at Queen Mary.
Structure
- Six compulsory modules
- Six compulsory modules
Career Paths
The skills this programme gives you are valuable for work in psychiatric or psychological services, homelessness agencies, learning disabilities services or forensic services and legal services.
We will encourage you to secure work roles in the field of mental health. We’ll help you prepare your CV, work on interview technique, and develop clinical skills if you want to consider more advanced and accredited courses.
The skills this programme gives you are valuable for work in psychiatric or psychological services, homelessness agencies, learning disabilities services or forensic services and legal services.
We will encourage you to secure work roles in the field of mental health. We’ll help you prepare your CV, work on interview technique, and develop clinical skills if you want to consider more advanced and accredited courses.
Fees and Study Options
Starting in : September 2024
Location : Distance Learning
Fees : £8,000
- The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years
- Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis
- Unconditional Deposit : £2,000
Starting in : September 2024
Location : Distance Learning
Fees : £8,000
- The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years
- Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis
- Unconditional Deposit : £2,000
Entry Requirements
Degree Requirements
A 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in Psychology, Medicine or a related discipline.
English Language Requirements
- If you got your degree in an English speaking country or if it was taught in English, and you studied within the last five years, you might not need an English language qualification
- You may be able to meet the English language requirement for your programme by joining a summer pre-sessional programme before starting your degree
Degree Requirements
A 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in Psychology, Medicine or a related discipline.
English Language Requirements
- If you got your degree in an English speaking country or if it was taught in English, and you studied within the last five years, you might not need an English language qualification
- You may be able to meet the English language requirement for your programme by joining a summer pre-sessional programme before starting your degree