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During this programme, you will: 

• Master advanced research and analytics skills that are highly sought after in clinical and community psychology, as well as academic, commercial, and social research environments. 

• Develop the essential reflective and critical thinking skills needed to apply psychological research to real-world clinical and community settings. 

• Engage in continuous personal and professional development including self-care, cultural competence, service user perspectives and collaborative practice. 

• Put your skills to use gaining hands-on experience through experiential learning within the academic environment.  

Key information: 

• Complete full-time over two years 

• Delivered on-campus  

• Modules taught during autumn and spring semesters 

• Option to exit after Year 1 with a Postgraduate Diploma 

• Submit a research project at the end of the final semester 

You will learn through a blend of: 

• Lectures, workshops, and experiential learning 

• Reflective practice and supervised research 

• Regular feedback from faculty and peers through group work and assessments 

Year 1 

Autumn Semester 

• will explore theoretical frameworks for understanding and treating psychological disorders. 

• will develop quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills for psychological research. 

• will examine the role of technology in mental health interventions and service delivery. 

• will teach you methodologies for conducting rigorous psychological research. 

• will provide you with foundational skills in therapeutic engagement and clinical interviewing techniques. 

Spring Semester 

• will help you understand the role of psychology in social change, prevention, and community well-being. 

• will teach you diagnostic methods and therapeutic interventions in clinical practice. 

• will explore advanced analysis and statistics for experimental and non-experimental methods.  

• will teach you how to design and evaluate psychological services within community settings. 

• will explore psychological assessment tools and techniques for different age groups. 

Year 2 

Autumn Semester

• will support you in conducting independent research, focusing on an area of clinical or community psychology. Will support you in conducting independent research, focusing on an area of clinical or community psychology. 

• will develop your self-reflective practice and professional competencies. 

Spring Semester 

• will support you in developing and presenting your research findings under academic supervision. and presenting your research findings under academic supervision. 

• will help you develop personal insight and grow professionally within clinical and community psychology. 

Books and journal articles needed for the course will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library.  

For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s  

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) with at least a second class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in psychology. 

• You must also have a recognised accreditation by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) or an international equivalent. 

• We will consider relevant work experience and equivalent qualifications in related fields (e.g., sociology, economics) with substantial research methods experience. 

International Students  

• For details on country-specific qualifications visit postgraduate entry requirements for international students. 

Checklist of Documents: 

• *Academic transcripts and certificates – Translated if needed.
  • UL graduates only need to provide their student ID.
• Copy of your birth certificate or passport
• English translation of your qualifications and transcripts 

English Language: 

• English Language Competency certificate
• For details on accepted language qualifications visit English Language Requirements 

Guidelines on Completing your Application  

• To make sure we can review your application quickly, please:
  • Upload all documents. Your application can’t be reviewed until we have all the documents on the checklist.
  • Title the documents you are uploading. For example, "Personal Statement", "Undergraduate Transcript", "Postgraduate Transcript", "English Language Certificate" etc.
• *If you are waiting to graduate, submit your application with the documents you have to date, you don’t need to have finished final exams before applying. 

EU - €9,000 per annum*

Non-EU €18,000 per annum*

* Year 2 fees are subject to change 

Annual fees are billed by semester. Once registered, students may be eligible to apply for a monthly payment plan.  

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the Student Fees Office website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).  

 
Funding 

Find further information on funding and scholarships. 

The MSc Clinical and Community Psychology can lead graduates to the following sectors and careers:    

• Assistant Psychologist Roles supporting clinical psychologists in mental health services, conducting assessments, and assisting with therapy. 

• Community Mental Health Services working in NGOs, charities, or government programmes focused on mental health and well-being. 

• Psychological Research and Policy Development conducting research to inform evidence-based mental health policies and interventions. 

• Health and Social Care Services working in multidisciplinary teams within hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and community organisations. 

• Education and Training, teaching, mentoring and delivering mental health awareness programmes in educational or workplace settings. 

Still Curious?  

The team regularly host and take part in webinars to support future students. If you would like to learn more or ask questions at an online information session, click below.     

Online Information Sessions 

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Still Curious?

The team from the Faculty of Education & Health Sciences host subject webinars and 1:1 calls to support future students on their journey to Stay Curious. If you would like to learn more, or ask questions at an online information session, click below.

Online Information Sessions