MSc Mental Health Research Programme Specification 2023-24

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1	ACADEMIC QUALITY TEAM
2	Programme Specifications 2023-24
3	Revised February 2023
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6	Programme Title			MSc Mental Health Research
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8	This document applies to students who commenced the programme(s) in:			2023		Award type			MSc
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10	What level is this qualification?			7		Length of programme			1-2 years
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12	Mode of study (Full / Part Time)			Full time/part time
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14	Will the programme use standard University semester dates?			Yes		For York Online programmes, will standard dates for such programmes be used?
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16	Awarding institution			University of York		Board of Studies for the programme			Health Sciences
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18	Lead department			Health Sciences		Other contributing departments			Hull York Medical School
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20	Language of study and assessment			English		Language(s) of assessment			English
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22	Is this a campus-based or online programme?			Campus
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24	Partner organisations
25	If there are any partner organisations involved in the delivery of the programme, please outline the nature of their involvement. You may wish to refer to the Policy on Collaborative Provision
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29	Reference points
30	Please state relevant reference points consulted in the design of this programme (for example, relevant documentation setting out PSRB requirements; the University's Frameworks for Programme Design (UG or PGT); QAA Subject Benchmark Statements; QAA Qualifications and Credit Frameworks).
31	QAA, University framework
32	QAA, University framework
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34	Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning
35	Will this programme involve any exemptions from the University Policy and Procedures on Credit Transfer and the Recognition of Prior Learning? If so, please specify and give a rationale
36	As per policy
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39	Exceptions to Regulations
40	Please detail any exceptions to University Award Regulations and Frameworks that need to be approved (or are already approved) for this programme. This should include any that have been approved for related programmes and should be extended to this programme.
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44	Internal Transfers
45	Please use the boxes below to specify if transfers into / out of the programme from / to other programmes within the University are possible by indicating yes or no and listing any restrictions. These boxes can also be used to highlight any common transfer routes which it would be useful for students to know.
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47		Transfers in:	Yes, learning would need to be mapped to outcomes.			Transfers out:	Yes
48			Yes, learning would need to be mapped to outcomes.				Yes
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50	Statement of Purpose
51	Please briefly outline the overall aims of the programme. This should clarify to a prospective student why they should choose this programme, what it will provide to them and what benefits they will gain from completing it.
52	The MSc Mental Health Research Programme aims to develop your knowledge, skills and experience in the field of mental health research. You will study a number of core modules designed to introduce you to common concepts and approaches in mental health research and practice, and you will develop the research skills you will need to succeed in this field. Whether you choose to go on to further study, research or clinical practice, you will graduate as a critically reflective practitioner, able to make informed judgements based on sound analysis, often within unpredictable circumstances. You will have the opportunity to conduct your own independent research during the course, and you will be encouraged to publish and share your research findings. Throughout the programme you will be supported by experts in the field who are actively engaged in research focused on mental health problems such as depression, anxiety and psychosis and during your time at York, you will be part of a leading UK centre for mental health research. Graduates will be confident to make a difference to the lives of people affected by mental health problems and addictions both directly and through the development of new knowledge. Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Research: This programme aims to develop your knowledge and experience in the field of mental health research. Focusing on both research and practice, you will study a number of core modules designed to introduce you to common concepts and approaches in mental health research. You will develop the research skills you will need to succeed, whether you choose to go on to further study, research or clinical practice. The programme's integration of theory and research with practice means you will graduate from the programme as a clinically reflective practitioner and graduates will be confident to make a difference to the lives of people affected by mental health problems and addiction. Throughout the programme you will be supported by experts who are actively engaged in research focused on the care of people with addictions or mental health problems such as depression, anxiety and psychosis, as well as prevention. You will be supported to develop skills, knowledge and understanding of core concepts in mental health and addiction by experts in the field as part of a leading UK centre for mental health research. Postgraduate Certificate in Mental Health Research: This programme aims to introduce you to the field of mental health research. Focusing on both research and practice, you will study common concepts and approaches in mental health research. Throughout the programme you will be supported by experts in the field who are actively engaged in research focused on the care of people with addictions or mental health problems such as depression, anxiety and psychosis, as well as prevention. You will be supported to develop knowledge of core concepts in mental health and addiction by experts in the field as part of a leading UK centre for mental health research.
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63	If there are additional awards associated with the programme upon which students can register, please specify the Statement of Purpose for that programme. This will be most relevant for PGT programmes with exit awards that are also available as entry points. Use additional rows to include more than one additional award. Do not include years in industry / abroad (for which there are separate boxes).
64	Exit Award Title			Is the exit award also available as an entry point?	Outcomes: what will the student be able to do on exit with this award?			Specify the module diet that the student will need to complete to obtain this exit award
65	Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Research			Entry route as well as exit route	critically reflective practitioner, able to make informed judgements based on sound analysis, often within unpredictable circumstances. Graduates will be confident to make a difference to the lives of people affected by mental health problems and addictions both directly and through the development of new knowledge.			Core 40 credits (two modules) and additional appropriate 80 credits
66	Postgraduate Certificate in Mental Health Research			Exit award only	Develop critical awareness of the evidence base for mental health research			Core 40 credits and additional 20 credits
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68	Programme Learning Outcomes
69	What are the programme learning outcomes (PLOs) for the programme? (Normally a minimum of 6, maximum of 8). Taken together, these outcomes should capture the distinctive features of the programme and represent the outcomes that students progressively develop in the programme and achieve at graduation. PLOs should be worded to follow the stem 'Graduates will be able to...'
70	1	Articulate and apply the epidemiological principles and methods that underpin identification of the burden and determinants of mental health.
71	2	Critically examine the evidence base for mental health research and practice, using this analysis to formulate research questions.
72	3	Critically examine the research process including ethics, data protection and clinical governance procedures with specific consideration of the complexities associated with research in mental health and addiction.
73	4	Critically discuss research design, methods and approaches to analysis, both quantitative and qualitative within the field of mental health and/or addictions research.
74	5	Demonstrate synthesis in the interpretation of findings, drawing conclusions that add to the existing knowledge base.
75	6	Resolve a significant research problem or series of linked problems in the chosen specialist area.
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77	Diverse entry routes
78	Detail how you would support students from diverse entry routes to transition into the programme. For example, disciplinary knowledge and conventions of the discipline, language skills, academic and writing skills, lab skills, academic integrity.
79	Applicants to the programme are required to have a knowledge of mental health achieved through appropriate undergraduate study due to the nature of the programme. Support will be available during the programme via the writing and maths centre to support students with developing their academic and study skills. All students will be supported by an academic tutor who will work with the student to identify their needs and work to achieve them. All students will be required to undertake the academic integrity module.
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88	Inclusion
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90	Please confirm by ticking the box on the right that the design, content and delivery of the programme will support students from all backgrounds to succeed. This refers to the University's duties under the Equality Act 2010. You may wish to refer to the optional Inclusive Learning self-assessment tools to support reflection on this issue.									Yes
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92	Employability
93	Please give a brief overview - no more than 5 sentences - of how the programmes helps develop students' employability. Your Faculty Employability Manager can help reflection on this issue. This statement will be used by Marketing as the basis for external content with respect to employability.
94	This programme will ensure students are prepared for the next stage of their career by ensuring they have met the associated programme outcomes. Students will have an in depth understanding and proven ability to design, critique and engage with research in the field of mental health. Successful alumni will be able to engage with a wide audience of public, patient, service users, academics and service providers to identify areas for research and contribute to the design and development of research which will positively impact on health and wellbeing. Throughout the programme, students will receive dedicated careers advice from professionals working in mental health research and clinical practice as well as access to practical sessions designed to enhance employability by supporting students to design and develop research protocols and funding applications.
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