Master in Psychiatry

Tuition fees for Master in Psychiatry are 19,700 GBP per year.

Psychiatry (MSc) at Cardiff University

Cardiff University offers a Master of Science in Psychiatry. This programme is a master's degree. It lasts for 1 year. The tuition fee is 19,700 GBP per year. Instruction is in English.

What You Will Study

The MSc in Psychiatry provides postgraduate education. It covers the basic science of psychiatric illness. Students learn about its characteristics and how it presents. The course also covers how to manage psychiatric illness. It teaches how to assess management plans. Students will learn to critically evaluate research on psychiatric illness. The programme aims to develop critical independence and intellectual integrity. It is an introduction to psychiatric illness types. It does not qualify graduates to be psychiatrists or psychologists.

Entry Requirements

Applicants need a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant subject. An equivalent international degree is also accepted. English language proficiency is required. This means an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each sub-skill. Applications may be considered with at least two years of professional experience if the degree is not in a relevant area.

When It Starts

The next start date for this course is 21 September 2026. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. It is recommended to apply early. The programme is delivered as full-time distance learning.

Cardiff University, established in 1883 and located in the capital of Wales, is a research-led institution with a global reputation for high-quality, innovative scholarship. Home to more than 33,000 students, including over 9,000 international students from more than 100 countries, the university offers a vibrant, multicultural campus within a dynamic city. Teaching is informed by cutting-edge research, ensuring students learn from academic leaders who are active in advancing knowledge and addressing real-world challenges.

The university provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across faculties, with roughly 266 programs available that span the arts, sciences, engineering, business, and health disciplines. Cardiff emphasizes a student-centered approach, offering strong academic support, opportunities for study abroad, and industry partnerships that help students gain practical experience. Many undergraduates benefit from international exchanges and placements that enhance employability and global perspective.

Cardiff’s civic mission prioritizes community engagement, sustainability, and public good, with initiatives that contribute to regional health, wealth, and wellbeing. The campus environment supports extracurricular involvement, research internships, and student societies that enrich campus life. For international applicants seeking a research-intensive university in a welcoming capital city, Cardiff combines academic rigor, global connections, and extensive support services to help students thrive.