Overview

The MSc Global Mental Health and Wellbeing at the University of Essex Online explores the global landscape of mental health, focusing on issues such as mental health in the workplace, at various life stages, and in different cultural contexts. Students examine strategies for promoting mental wellbeing and addressing mental health challenges. The programme is delivered entirely online, offering flexibility for professionals to enhance their expertise while continuing in their current roles.

Career opportunities:

Graduates can pursue roles such as mental health policy advisor, community mental health coordinator, or global health consultant, contributing to the development and implementation of mental health initiatives worldwide.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Epidemiology

Mental Health over the Life Course

Global Policy and Ethics in Mental Health

Research Methods

Research Project or Dissertation

Contemporary Issues in Mental Health and Wellbeing

Advanced Practice in Healthcare

Specialist Topics in Mental Health

Dementia in Contemporary Society

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-04-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-07-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00

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The deadline for completing applications is a week before the start date, but we recommend submitting your application in advance of your chosen intake

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Colchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Psychology Clinical Psychology View 39 other Masters in Clinical Psychology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

At University of Essex Online, they believe that everyone should be able to access education. That is why they offer two different entry routes onto o MSc Global Mental Health and Wellbeing, which consider academic or work-based experience. Academic entry routeYou must have the following qualifications as a minimum:

an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification

Work experience entry routeYou must meet the following criteria:

at least three years’ relevant work experience

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

6713 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

6429 GBP / year

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Funding

Designated for postgraduate student loans in England.

Simple monthly payment plan available, enabling you to spread the cost over the duration of your studies.
A 10% Course Scholarship is available for April 2026.

Regional scholarship available for international students based overseas in eligible countries.

Students residing in Africa can also enjoy a 20% scholarship for the April 2026 intake of all eligible postgraduate courses.
Full payment discount of 5% if you pay upfront.

You don’t need to complete a separate application form for a scholarship; it’ll be applied once you’ve received your official offer letter. Please note, scholarships can’t be combined but can be used alongside our full payment discount.

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Disciplines

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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