MSc in Psychology - Unicaf - Liverp

The MSc in Psychology has a strong emphasis on psychological investigation and exploring ethical issues. The primary goal of psychology as a discipline is to contribute to the scientific understanding of mind, brain, behaviour, and experience and of the complex interactions between these. The programme will develop knowledge and understanding of scientific endeavour and the role of empirical evidence in the development of theory relating to human behaviour. It will provide an opportunity to develop skills in quantitative and qualitative research methods and an opportunity to conduct research independently. Applications of psychology will be core to all modules as well as a focus on how psychology can be applied to problems in different regions and cultures of the world. Students will develop breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding in key areas including: health, forensic, work, and positive psychology. They will gain transferable skills including analysis of quantitative and qualitative data analysis and Master’s level research skills.

Program Outline

INDICATIVE START DATES FOR THE YEAR:

Unicaf offers a flexible rolling admissions model with multiple start dates for each programme throughout the year

6/1, 3/2, 7/4, 5/5, 2/6, 7/7, 4/8, 1/9, 6/10, 3/11, and 1/12.

*Start dates for university programmes may be subject to change. Students are advised to regularly check their student profile for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding programme commencement dates.

Duration: 2 - 5 years

Study mode: Online learning

Financing: Scholarships Available

Programme Pathway

Foundation Courses

Name: Induction Module

Code: LJMU-IND-M-100

Postgraduate Certificate Level

Name: Current Perspectives in Psychology

Code: LJMU-7500-PSYSCI

Name: Health Psychology

Code: LJMU-7501-PSYSCI

Name: Work Psychology

Code: LJMU-7502-PSYSCI

Postgraduate Diploma Level

Name: Positive Psychology

Code: LJMU-7503-PSYSCI

Name: Forensic Psychology

Code: LJMU-7504-PSYSCI

Name: Psychology Research Skills

Code: LJMU-7505-PSYSCI

Postgraduate Award Level

Name: Dissertation Project

Code: LJMU-7506-PSYSCI