BSBI is a private international provider with city campuses across Europe (Berlin, Paris, Barcelona, Hamburg etc.). BSBI positions its master’s as career-focused, applied programmes with student services (visa support, accommodation partnerships, careers). The MSc Health Psychology at BSBI is delivered in partnership with the University of the Chichester (UK).

 

Why study MSc Health Psychology at BSBI?

• Research-led & applied: programme is research-focused and trains students in advanced research methods (quantitative & qualitative) with an independent dissertation — ideal if you want research skills, applied practice, or PhD progression.

• Health-focused career options: prepares you for roles in public health, health research, health promotion, workplace wellbeing, mental-health support, NGO/government roles and as a foundation for doctoral training.

• City advantage: study in Berlin — good access to public & private healthcare projects, volunteering and research hubs.

 

Level of study

• Postgraduate — Master’s (MSc) (Level 7). Awarded by the University of the Chichester (taught-master’s regulations apply)

 

Campus locations & mode of learning

• Primary campus: Berlin (on-campus delivery). BSBI also runs multi-campus options across Europe for other programmes; check if you require mobility to other partner campuses.

 

Duration & credits / points

• Duration: 18 months (4 terms + dissertation).

• Credits: The award is a University of Chichester postgraduate degree — standard taught Master’s at Chichester is structured around 180 UK credits (taught-master’s norm; ask Admissions for the exact CATS/ECTS breakdown on the factsheet).

 

Programme structure & module list (term by term)

(Exact module titles/weights are in the downloadable factsheet — this is the current BSBI listing.)

Term 1

• Health Psychology in the 21st Century

• Advanced Applied Social & Health Psychology.

Term 2

• Advanced Research Methods and Approaches 1

• Clinical Psychology, Life Coaching & Technical Applications.

Term 3

• Understanding and Managing Long-Term Chronic Health Conditions

• Advanced Research Methods and Approaches 2

• Stress and Health.

Term 4

• Dissertation (individual research project).

 

Disciplines / specialisations

• Focus areas covered: health behaviour/change, stress & health, chronic illness management, clinical psychology applications, and advanced research methods. The dissertation lets you specialise (e.g., public health, behavioural interventions, workplace wellbeing, chronic disease psychology).

 

Programme highlights

• Research-intensive training with advanced methods modules suitable for academic or applied career paths.

• Strong foundation for PhD or Stage 2 clinical/professional training where required (note timeline & external accreditation requirements differ by country).

• Dedicated BSBI Careers Service support and Berlin-specific connections for internships/volunteering.

 

Career outcomes

Graduates pursue roles such as: health researcher, public health officer, clinical-research assistant, wellbeing programme manager, workplace wellbeing specialist, policy & communications roles in health NGOs or government, or continue to doctoral study.

 

Latest updates & special requirements to watch

• BPS accreditation: the programme does not currently offer British Psychological Society (BPS) accreditation — BSBI notes it does not offer BPS accreditation but provides Stage 1 relevant training; check BPS rules if you specifically need BPS-accredited routes.

• Awarding partner & credits: the University of Chichester is the awarding body — check your formal offer to confirm award conditions, credit transfer policies and any optional exit awards.

• Intakes/fees change: BSBI updates intakes, fees and scholarship offers regularly — always ask Admissions for the current factsheet and binding fee schedule before you commit.