School of Medicine

Our department provides an enriching learning experience, combining rigorous academic instruction with practical clinical training. Here, you will be mentored by distinguished faculty who are experts in the field of psychiatry. Additionally, we offer extensive research support, with guidance from experienced staff and supervisors, across a wide range of mental health topics, including specialised areas.

Career Opportunities in Psychiatry

Graduates of our Psychiatry programmes are equipped with the skills and knowledge to pursue various rewarding career paths in the mental health field. Here are some potential career opportunities:

• Clinical Psychiatrist: Diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health disorders, providing therapeutic interventions and medication management.
• Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist: Specialise in diagnosing and treating mental health issues in children and teenagers, addressing developmental and behavioural concerns.
• Geriatric Psychiatrist: Focus on the mental health care of older adults, managing conditions such as dementia, depression, and anxiety in the elderly population.
• Forensic Psychiatrist: Work at the intersection of mental health and the legal system, assessing and treating individuals within the criminal justice system.
• Addiction Psychiatrist: Provide specialised care for individuals struggling with substance use disorders, offering both therapeutic and medical interventions.
• Consultation-Liaison Psychiatrist: Collaborate with other medical professionals to address the mental health needs of patients in general medical settings, such as hospitals.
• Academic Psychiatrist: Engage in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, contributing to the education and training of future psychiatrists.
• Research Psychiatrist: Conduct groundbreaking research in various areas of mental health, advancing the field through innovative studies and clinical trials.
• Telepsychiatrist: Offer psychiatric care through telemedicine platforms, increasing access to mental health services for remote or underserved populations.
• Community Psychiatrist: Provide mental health services within community settings, focusing on public health initiatives and outreach programmes.