MA in Psychoanalytic Studies
This theoretically based programme aims to meet the needs of graduates and working professionals who want to examine current applications of psychoanalytic theory. It enables you to address current debates as they affect psychoanalytic theory and practice, and to engage with contemporary cultural critiques.
Chalkia Chryssa, MA in Psychoanalytic Studies
1 year full-time or 2 years part-time.
Please see How to apply.
You should have an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard in a relevant subject. If your first language is not English, please check our English Language requirements.
Counselling and psychotherapy; teaching; support and welfare work.
Research, critical, communication and reporting skills.
Please see Tuition fees.
PACE
The programme does not offer clinical training, but does give you the opportunity to concentrate on your particular area of research interest, which can include a clinical focus. It is also an appropriate preparation for practitioners and graduates intending to carry out doctoral research within the field.
What you study
The programme is lecture/seminar-based with contributions from Goldsmiths staff and visiting specialists. Interrelated courses will: introduce you to the history of psychoanalytic concepts and contemporary debate, including theories about personality, psyche and psychopathy; consider the ways in which psychoanalytic perceptions have informed our understanding of contemporary social and cultural issues; examine psychoanalysis in clinical practice, drawing attention to the way in which psychoanalytic ideas have affected a range of health and community interventions; address the formulation of research problems and various methods of research. You also produce a dissertation.
Assessment
The programme is continuously assessed. The final examination is based on four essays, a report on research methods, and a dissertation.
Application enquiries
Please see how to apply for information on applying to this programme.