GBP 14,700
Psychology and Trauma (Adult) PG Dip
University College London (UCL)London, United Kingdom
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Program Details
- Degree
- Diploma
- Major
- Mental Health | Psychology
- Area of study
- Social Sciences | Health
- Timing
- Full time
- Course Language
- English
Program Overview
Introduction to the Psychology and Trauma (Adult) PG Dip
The Psychology and Trauma (Adult) PG Dip is a postgraduate diploma program offered by the University College London's (UCL) Division of Psychology and Language Sciences. This innovative and flexible program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to explore the latest research evidence and applied practice related to the psychological impact of trauma in adulthood.
Program Overview
The program is taught entirely online, allowing students to study either full-time or part-time. The full-time program lasts for one calendar year, while the part-time program takes two calendar years to complete. The program starts in September, and applications are accepted from October to June.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for the program, applicants must have a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Alternatively, a lower second-class honors degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard will be considered if there is evidence of sufficient professional experience in a relevant setting. Applicants typically have a degree in Psychology, Mental Health, Public Health, Social Sciences, Child Development, Education, Social Work, or related disciplines.
English Language Requirements
The English language level for this course is Level 2. UCL offers Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses for international students who need to improve their academic English and academic skills.
Program Structure
The program consists of compulsory and optional modules. The compulsory modules include:
- Foundations of Trauma Studies: A Lifespan Perspective
- Trauma, Adult Physical Health, and Wellbeing
- Public Mental Health and Trauma Responses in Adulthood
- Psychosis and Common Types of PTSD Co-morbidities
- Interventions for PTSD and Trauma-Related Problems in Adulthood
- Trauma-Informed Care Across Adult-Facing Sectors
The optional modules include:
- The Psychology and Neuroscience of Trauma and Addiction
- Research Skills in Psychology
Teaching and Learning
The program is undertaken entirely online, with a combination of asynchronous and synchronous learning. Asynchronous learning includes lectures, readings, activities, and forum discussions, while synchronous learning includes live seminars, workshops, and peer tutorials.
Fees and Funding
The tuition fees for the program are:
- UK students: Ł11,200 (full-time), Ł5,600 (part-time)
- International students: Ł14,700 (full-time), Ł7,350 (part-time)
Career Prospects
The program is designed to support a wide range of career pathways, including mental health services, education, social care, and public health. Graduates will be equipped to pursue impactful roles in professions where trauma-informed practice is increasingly recognized as essential.
Accessibility
The department will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities, including those with long-term health conditions, neurodivergence, learning differences, and mental health conditions.
About University
Services
Student services
UCL is committed to providing an inclusive learning and working environment where students and staff of all religions, and none, can thrive.
- Their Student Support and Wellbeing team of expert wellbeing, disability and mental health staff provide a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space, in which you can discuss any issues that may be affecting your ability to study.
- UCL's Student Centre houses a large prayer room and a small room for silent prayer and meditation.
- UCL has schemes to help students who are facing financial difficulties The university provides support to international students, such as assistance with visas
- A Personal Tutor is on hand to help you settle into UCL through practical guidance and support.
Housing services
UCL provides a range of accommodation for graduate students. Our halls vary in size, facilities and history. Whatever stage you are at and whatever questions you have, the UCL Accommodation team is there to help and get you settled in quickly
Library services
You can access a number of library and information services to help you get the most out of your time with us. Your UCL user ID means that email, wifi, library and print facilities will be available to you whenever you need them.
The libraries are an invaluable resource, find out about the services they provide, when they are open and search the catalogue.ICT services
Support is available from IT services 24 hours a day, ensuring that you have 24/7 cover for all IT queries.
IT Services is your point of contact for supported computer hardware, software, IT account or other IT related issues; including telephone, audio visual and printing queries.