MSc in Theoretical Psychoanalytic Studies
Resources
General Information
Student Handbook
Essential Texts
Libraries
Computer Facilities
Use of Email
Sources of Support
General Information
Location of Seminars: Unless otherwise indicated on the timetable, all seminars are taught in Room 544, 5th Floor, 1-19 Torrington Place.
Contact: Programme information such as changes to the timetable will be circulated via email and it is vital that all students regularly check their email accounts.
Information such as handouts will be distributed via the student pigeonholes located in Room 539.
Students should check their pigeon holes frequently, and periodically consult the notice board for details of forthcoming events and conferences, and general announcements
Student Handbook
Click here for a copy of the current Student Handbook which continues full and detailed information on the MSc, Assessment Guidelines, Student Support, etc
Essential Texts
The majority of the essential texts for the programme are photocopied and kept in folders in the General office (Room 539) for students to photocopy, since many students are either in full-time work or living at a considerable distance, and may be unable to get to library facilities. This has been done to aid students and it is essential that students return copies to the office after photocopying. Any copies not returned will not be replaced by the unit.
The student photocopier is situated in the Sub-department Photocopy Room on the 4th Floor and a 200 unit copy card costs £10. Further cards may be purchased from the MSc Programme Administrator in Room 539.
In addition, there is a fairly extensive library belonging to the Psychoanalysis Unit staff, from which students may borrow books and journals for photocopying by arrangement with the MSc Programme Administrator.
The Psychoanalysis Unit also has a CD-ROM produced by Psychoanalytic Electronic Publishing , which stores all psychoanalytic journal articles up to 2002, which is available for students to use within the department (Room 535) and which will be extremely useful for essay and dissertation research.
Libraries
UCL
The UCL Library has an informative website highlighting the complete range of resources on offer, click here .
The UCL Library's online catalogue is called eUCLid and can be used to search book location and availability. The library website also has access to Electronic journals , including some of the latest editions of the International Journal of Psycho-Analysis.
The Psychology section of UCL's Library is to be found in the Science Library located in the DMS Watson Building .
PsycInfo may be used through the UCL network, either from a Computer Cluster Room or the UCL library.
University of London
Students also have access to the Senate House Library in Malet Street and can search online the catalogues of other libraries within the University of London .
Institute of Psychoanalysis
As well as having access to University and College library facilities, students are granted reference-only access to the library of the Institute of Psycho-Analysis (located at Byron House, 112a Shirland Road, London W9 2EQ) between the hours of 12:30pm - 8.30pm Monday to Thursday inclusive . This extensively stocked library, with knowledgeable staff, is generally more appropriate to the reading requirements of this programme.
Students wishing to use the Institute library need the keypad entry code for the building (this will be given to students at the start of the programme). This code should be kept confidential, and a student should let nobody else into the building. It is very important that students bear in mind that the library is housed in a building where psychoanalytic clinical work and professional meetings are taking place, so that quiet and considerate behaviour is expected. The library staff may be able to help with straightforward questions, but this (like access to the library in general) is granted as a favour to the programme, and should be appreciated as such. For instance, please do not ask staff to do searches or copying for you, their time is already fully occupied, and they have other tasks in addition to library duties.
Other useful links:
UCL Library
Institute of Psychoanalysis Library
University of London Library (Senate House)
Birkbeck College Library
British Library
Psychoanalytic Electronic Publishing (P-E-P)
Computer Facilities
Within the department
There is a student computer and printer in Room 535 in the department. It can be used for internet access and word processing and also has a copy of the PEP CD Rom archive available for psychoanalytic research.
Cluster Rooms
UCL's Information Systems (IS) offers computing facilities to all students and manages 16 'cluster' rooms at various locations throughout the campus. Click here for a location map . There is a computer cluster room (Room 120) on the 1st floor of 1-19 Torrington Place .
To use these computer services you must register with IS to obtain a User ID and this can be done either when you enrol or at the IS Helpdesk located in the basement of 136 Gower Street ( Language School , basement level). Because computing resources are in constant demand, IS operates a workstation-booking scheme and advises you to book in advance using the on-line booking system located in each of the cluster rooms.
Use of E-mail
All students are entitled to establish a UCL e-mail account (via IS), although students who already have other e-mail arrangements may prefer to retain these. It is strongly advised that students do obtain an e-mail account which they check regularly, as this is the main method for circulating information to the student group as a whole, and for communicating with individuals. Students will also find that it is the quickest and easiest way of contacting the Programme Director and Programme Tutor or sending material to the MSc Programme Administrator. All students should therefore inform the MSc Programme Administrator of their e-mail address as soon as possible, and should also let us know if there are problems in accessing the account for a time, as we will otherwise assume that e-mail information has been received.
Sources of Support for Students
Within the department
Working alongside the Programme Director, Dr Mary Target , is Ms. Ruth McCall who acts as a personal tutor to all students. Ms. McCall is available to meet with individual students to discuss progress, dissertations, future plans etc, on Fridays and Saturdays. Students will meet with their tutor at the beginning of each term. Appointments can be made directly with the tutor via email: ruthmccall@mac.com or through the MSc Programme Administrator.
Professor Fonagy and the unit coordinators can also be consulted if students wish, this should be arranged through the personal tutor in the first instance. Dissertation supervisors will also give some tutoring with the area of the dissertation, but their time is limited to approximately 3-4 meetings.
The Graduate School
See the Graduate School website for details of the College support available to students. (Includes Faculty Office, Dean of Students, Counselling Services, Advisors to Women, etc)
UCL Disability Services
The Disability Centre is staffed by the Disability Co-ordinator, the Disability Support Officer and the Disability Support Assistant. The Centre is open for information advice and support to all UCL students Monday - Thursday 10.00 am - 4.00pm during term time, and by appointment on Friday and during vacations.
The Dyslexia Assessment and Support Centre
The UCL Dyslexia Assessment and Support Centre provides a free diagnostic assessment service for UCL students. Current assessment reports are required when applying for the DSA (Disabled Students' Allowance) and for special examination arrangements. Specialist tutorial support for students with dyslexia is also available.
It is the responsibility of students with disabilities or dyslexia to discuss this with their tutor early in the programme so that where applicable, special provision can be considered. UCL policy is highlighted in the manual Information for Students with Disabilities which can be downloaded from the UCL Disability Services website.
Academic support
UCL Education and Information Support Division Centre for the Advancement of Learning and Teaching runs short courses for students in academic literacy and writing consultations.
Potential sources of personal therapy for students
There is a well-established Student Counselling Service within UCL.
The London Clinic of the Institute of Psychoanalysis (attached to the Institute of Psychoanalysis )
Byron House
112A, Shirland Road
London W9 2EQ
Tel: 0207 563 5002
Fax 0207 563 5003
clinic@iopa.org.uk
The British Association of Psychotherapists
Mrs Judith Lawrence (Secretary)
37 Mapesbury Road
London NW2 4HJ
Tel: 020 8452-9823
Have a clinical service and will organise an assessment and psychotherapy. There is also a Reduced Fee Scheme providing 3 times a week psychotherapy, usually with a student. A commitment of a minimum of two years is required.
The Brandon Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapy for Young People
(formerly the London Youth Advisory Centre)
26 Prince of Wales Road
London NW5 3LG
Tel: 020 7267-4792
Provide a psychotherapy/counselling service once weekly for ages 12-25. People are asked to make a contribution if they can afford it.
The C.J. Jung Clinic of the Society of Analytical Psychology
1 Daleham Gardens
London NW3 5BY
Tel: 020 7435-7696
Fax 020 7431 1495
Email:
office.sap@btconnect.com
Offer a full analysis mainly with students 4 times a week for at least 2 years. There is a sliding scale for payment of fees.
The Camden Psychotherapy Unit
Head of Unit
293-299 Kentish Town Road
London
NW5 2TJ
Phone: 020-7284 6558
Fax: 020-7284 6551
Email: cpu@vac.org.uk
Times: Administrator available Mon-Thu 10.00-14.00, visits by appointment only.
Client Group: People with emotional and psychological difficulties aged 18 and over, living in Camden .
Languages Spoken: Hebrew, Polish, and Spanish.
The Institute of Group Analysis
1 Daleham Gardens
London NW3 5BY
Tel: 020 7431-2693
Fax: 020 7431 7246
Email: iga@igalondon.org.uk
Will provide a list of members through which group therapy can be organised.
The Lincoln Centre and Institute for Psychotherapy
19 Abbeville Mews
88 Clapham Park Road
London SW4 7BX
Email: clinic@lincoln-psychotherapy.org.uk
Have a clinical service offering a consultation and therapy. They also have a low fee scheme which is for 3 times a week psychotherapy for at least 2 years. This may be with a student.
The London Centre for Psychotherapy
32 Leighton Road
Kentish Town
London NW5 2QE
Tel: 020 7482 2002
Fax: 020 7482-4222
Email: clinic.lcp@talk21.com
Offers a training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy leading to British Confederation of Psychotherapists registration. The Clinic offers psychotherapy and has a reduced fee scheme where fees are appropriate. Short-term therapy is available for example for students in the country for one year only. Contact the Clinic Secretary.
The Westminster Pastoral Foundation
Intake Department
23 Kensington Square
London W8 5HN
Tel: 020 7937-6956
Offer a clinical service for counselling, usually once a week. They also offer a low fee scheme where counselling is with students and there is a sliding scale for payment. Young adults under 25 should contact the Chelsea Pastoral Foundation (020 7351-0839)
Cognitive Analytic Therapy
CAT Administrator
Munro Clinic
Guy's Hospital
London SE1 9RT
Tel: 020-7955-2906
Fax: 0207-955-2984
Will supply a list of CAT therapists working privately.
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This page last modified
2 October, 2009
by Sophie Bennett
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