Student welcome in the quad

MSc Clinical Applications of Psychology

Key dates
Fees & Enrolment
Induction
Timetable
Finance
Student Support
What to expect

Welcome to the first step of your master!

This is a day to get to know each other, show how to access the teaching materials, and familiarise yourself with the resources available for your learning. Please bring your photo ID.

Key dates

Teaching starts

  • 21 September 2026 (pre-recorded lecture)
  • 23rd September 2026, 12pm to 1pm (first online and synchronous (live) text chat)

Induction day

  • Wednesday 16 September (10am)

More Induction & Timetable information below

Programme Lead

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Book a meeting with Claudia

Fees & Enrolment

Paying your student fees
Enrolment

Induction

Pre-induction

TBC

Induction day

Wednesday 16 September

  • 10:00 – 16:00
  • Room MC015

IMPORTANT: Please bring your photo ID with you on this date to complete enrolment.

During your induction you will be able to:

  • How to access teaching materials and the text chats
  • Library services
    Careers in psychology overview
  • IT help and who to contact
  • Student Success (includes learning needs, finances, and wellbeing support)
  • Campus tour and psychology resources (equipment, questionnaires, and rooms available to students)
  • Overview of the first module

Timetable

Timetable

21st September 2026

  • The first pre-recorded lecture will be accessible.
  • This is an online and asynchronous activity, so you can watch it at your preferred time.

23rd September 2026, 12:00 – 13:00

  • First online and synchronous (live) text chat. You will have a link to access it.
Module delivery

Lecture

  • 1 hour of pre-recorded, online, asynchronous, video.
    • To introduce the week’s topic and spark your curiosity on a clinical topic.

Text Chat

  • 1 hour of online, synchronous, text-based chat.
    • To discuss the week’s topics, sharing views, and offer some critical perspectives.

Activity

  • Tasks to complete in your own time.
    • To apply your knowledge on the topic and/or to prepare you for the assignment.

Reading

  • Articles, videos, or podcasts available online.
    • To keep expanding your understanding and question your own assumptions.

Independent Learning

  • Your own self-directed studying time.
    • To manage your workload towards the completion of each module.
Teaching team

PYM701 Research Methods in Clinical Psychology

  • Dr Flo Pearce, module leader.
  • Dr Claudia Lega, module tutor.

PYM702 Adult Mental Health

  • Dr Anatoli Karypidou, module leader.

PYM703 Issues in Psychotherapy

  • Dr Magdalena Smusz, module leader.
  • Dr Melanie West, module tutor.
  • Dr Scott Varney, module tutor.

These are the modules of Year 1 only. Beyond the teaching staff, other people are extremely helpful to this programme. Including (but not limited to!) the IT Service, the several teams within Student Success, the Psychology administrator, and our supportive Graduate Teaching Assistant. These will be presented to you.

Student Support

Access services and support throughout your degree.

At Birmingham Newman, you’re never alone. We’re here to support you at every stage, whether it’s academic guidance, wellbeing support, or career advice.

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Here are some of the ways we can help:

Academic Support >

Help with assignments and study skills

Wellbeing Services >

Mental health support, counselling, and wellbeing

Career Services >

CV advice, placements, and future career planning

Student Finance >

Guidance on tuition fees, funding, and budgeting

Disability Support >

Tailored support and adjustments for your needs

International >

Help with visas and cultural adjustments

Chaplaincy >

Find support, guidance and a listening ear from our Chaplaincy team

Library >

Study smarter with expert support, resources and flexible spaces in our library

IT Services >

Quickly resolve issues and stay connected with expert help from IT Services

If you’re unsure where to start or what support you need, just ask – we’re happy to help.

Student Success

Student Handbook

New Handbook 2026/27 – Coming Soon

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  • Find support services and keep up to date with campus events
  • Receive personalised notifications about your course, timetable, and deadlines
  • Access to your files, emails, and course resources
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Newman Students’ Union

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Disability & Inclusion, Money Advice

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HeadStart

HeadStart is a series of interactive workshops designed to help you feel confident, prepared and connected as you begin your university journey.

Covering everything from digital skills, Moodle and AI, to study techniques, library support, wellbeing, money advice and careers, the programme provides practical guidance to help you succeed both academically and personally.

By taking part, you’ll build essential skills, discover the support available to you, and make a positive start to life at university.

Book Your HeadStart slot

HeadStart schedule

Monday 7 September
On campus sessionsOnline sessions
Monday 7 September (10am to 11am)
– eLearning – Digital for your Studies
– On campus – ST002
Monday 7 September (11am – to 12pm)
– Student Engagement – How to manage your first four weeks
– On campus – ST002
Monday 7 September (1pm to 2pm)
– Learning Development – Study and Writing at University level
– On campus – HI104
Tuesday 8 September
On campus sessionsOnline sessions
Tuesday 8 September (10am to 11am)
– Digital and Your Studies (Online)
Tuesday 8 September (11am to 12pm)
– I’ve never used a library before!: What to expect in Newman Library (Online)
Wednesday 9 September
On campus sessionsOnline sessions
Wednesday 9 September (11am)
– Library – “I’ve never used a library before!”: What to expect in Newman Library
– On campus – ST002
Wednesday 9 September (12pm)
– Careers – Unlock your Future: Strengths, Options and Careers Service Intro
– On campus – ST002
Wednesday 9 September (2pm)
– Meet the Students’ Union: Your Guide to Student Life – Life Beyond the Lecture Theatre
– On campus – HI104
Thursday 10 September
On campus sessionsOnline sessions
Thursday 10 September (10am to 11am)
– AI and your learning: getting the basics right (Online)
Thursday 10 September (12pm to 1pm)
– Unlock your Future: Strengths, Options and Careers Service Intro (Online)
Thursday 10 September (1pm to 2pm)
– Learning Development: Study and Writing at University level (Online)
Thursday 10 September (2pm to 3pm)
– Sources for courses: a guide to reading expectations at University (Online)
Friday 11 September
On campus sessionsOnline sessions
Friday 11 September (10am to 11am)
– Money and Student Life (Online)
Friday 11 September (11am to 12pm)
– Managing your wellbeing (Online)
Friday 11 September (1pm)
– Student Money Advisor
– Money and Student Life
– On campus – ST002
Friday 11 September (2pm)
– Advice & Wellbeing
– Managing your wellbeing
– On campus – ST002
Friday 11 September (3pm)
– Library
– Sources for courses: a guide to reading expectations at University
– On campus – ST002

What to expect

Attendance monitoring

At Birmingham Newman University we use SEAtS Software to monitor attendance and engagement in order to support students to achieve success.

SEAtS Introduction (video)

For further detailed help on using SEAtS see our SEAtS Guidance on our University Self Service Portal (student login required).

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