The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology (Clinical Psychology) (Top-up) programme is a Direct Honours Degree programme offered by Northumbria University. The programme is mostly assignment-based.

The Degree programme is designed to not only develop your understanding of the subject but also enhance your critical thinking and transferable skills. You will graduate confident in your independent learning ability with practical experience and research skills that will put you in good stead for a range of careers.

A major in Clinical Psychology enables students to learn about a variety of physical and mental health issues, methods of assessment for these issues, as well as treatment and therapy options. For example, modules such as Alcoholism and Eating Disorders focus on the causes of physical and mental health problems.

The aim of Clinical Psychology is to assess one’s mental health through psychological assessment and testing, and provide appropriate interventions.