MSc PSYCHOLOGY

Program Overview

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The MSc Psychology program at Maynooth University is a one-year intensive program designed as a pre-professional qualification for students seeking a career in psychology. It offers a conversion route for graduates with relevant backgrounds to pursue careers in psychology and provides a strong foundation for further postgraduate study. The program focuses on research and applied psychology, equipping students with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue professional qualifications in various psychology fields.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview

• Type of Qualification: Master of Science (MSc) degree
• Award Type and NFQ Level: Taught Masters (level 9)
• CAO/PAC Code: MHW54
• Overview: This one-year intensive program serves as a pre-professional qualification for students seeking a career in psychology.
It offers an alternative route for graduates with an honors degree in Psychological Studies or equivalent who lack an undergraduate qualification required for eligibility for Graduate Membership of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) or the British Psychological Society.
• Objectives:
• Equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue professional qualifications in various psychology fields.
• Offer an in-depth understanding of psychological research methods, analytical techniques, professional ethics, and applied research.
• Equip students with the skills to design, conduct, and analyze research.
• Program Focus: Research and applied psychology
• Unique Aspects:
• Offers a conversion route for graduates with relevant backgrounds to pursue careers in psychology.

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Outline

• Structure: This full-time program is delivered over one year and comprises 90 credits of coursework and a research project.
• Components:
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Laboratory and practical classes
• Seminars
• Individual research project
• Content:
• Research Methods:
Design, analysis, and interpretation of psychological research
• Psychological Statistics:
Advanced statistical techniques for analyzing psychological data
• Ethics in Psychological Research:
Ethical principles and guidelines in conducting research
• Applied Research Skills:
Conducting and presenting research findings, including the use of computer software for data analysis
• Individual Research Project: Students will conduct an independent research project under the supervision of faculty members.
This project is an opportunity to apply learned research skills to a specific area of interest.

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Assessment

• Assessment Methods:
• Coursework:
Assignments, presentations, lab reports, etc.
• Final Examinations: Comprehensive exams on specific program content
• Research Project:
Assessment based on project quality, presentation, and defense

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Teaching

• Teaching Methods:
• Interactive lectures and tutorials
• Hands-on laboratory sessions
• Small group work and discussion
• Seminars and guest lectures by leading researchers and practitioners in the field of psychology
• Faculty: Experienced and dedicated faculty members with expertise in various research areas and experience in teaching psychology
• Learning Environment: Supportive, encouraging, and challenging learning environment that fosters academic and research excellence

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Careers

• Career Opportunities:
• Clinical Psychology
• Educational Psychology
• Occupational Psychology
• Counseling Psychology
• Human Resources
• Recruitment
• Advertising
• Civil Service

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Other

• Accreditation: This program is accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI).