Program Overview

Develop a sound understanding in psychological theory and research, to convert your existing bachelor's degree into a Masters in Psychology, and take your first step towards a career as a psychologist.

Gain a scientific understanding of the mind, brain and human behaviour, and how they interact within complex environments. You will be encouraged to consider multiple perspectives, to critically evaluate and reflect upon psychological theory and research findings, as well as how to apply psychological understanding to practice.Subject to accreditation by the British Psychological Society (BPS), when you graduate you will be able to gain Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) which will allow you to pursue other professional psychology postgraduate programmes, and take the next step towards a career as a chartered psychologist. You will also achieve PGCert ad PGDip awards in this course.

As a distance learner you will have support from the Department through regular contact with your module tutors, access to specialist services and a wide range of e-books and research journals at the University Library.

This programme is predominantly directed at students who wish to embark on a career as a chartered psychologist through further professional study that require Graduate Basis for Chartership with the BPS. It is also an exciting opportunity for those who seek a career change, require psychological knowledge for career advancement or have a general interest in psychology as a discipline.