Entry Requirements
UK applicants
Standard requirements
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
Programme specific requirements
Applicants should hold an undergraduate degree with 2:1 honours in a relevant subject such as Psychology, Neuroscience, or an equivalent professional qualification.
Experience working in the mental health field is desirable but not essential.
International applicants
Equivalent International qualifications
English language requirements
English language band: B
Selection Process
Applications must be made online using King’s online application portal apply.kcl.ac.uk and a non-refundable application fee of £85 applies.
How Mental Health Studies MSc processes applications
This programme is extremely popular and we recommend you apply as early as possible. The application portal is open from the start of each academic year (October).
Decisions are made on offering a proportion of places at the beginning of each month, starting from January. The programme operates a system called 'gathered fields' which is commonly used for popular postgraduate courses because it helps ensure the best candidates receive offers. This means that if you just miss a gathered field you may wait longer to hear the outcome of your application following decision-making for the next gathered field.
Personal statement and supporting information
You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
| Personal Statement | Yes |
A personal statement is required. This can be entered directly into the online application form (maximum 4,000 characters) or uploaded as an attachment to the online application form (maximum 2 pages). Please detail your reasons for applying for the course and your future goals. |
|---|---|---|
| Previous Academic Study | Yes | A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents. |
| References | Yes | Two references are required with at least one academic. Professional references will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago. |
| Other | Optional | You may also wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of your application |
Application closing date guidance
Key Information
Course type:
Master's
Delivery mode:
In person / Classroom & Online
Study mode:
Full time / Part time
Duration:
One year full-time, two years part-time, September to September
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026