Psychology MSc

Program Overview

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Psychology MSc

Overview

The MSc in Psychology offers a fast-track route to eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society, provided a minimum standard of 50% is achieved.

This means that applicants will normally already have studied some psychology at undergraduate level in a previous degree programme and now wish to undertake further study in order to allow the opportunity for specialisation in psychology in the future.

This is therefore the first step towards further postgraduate training for those wanting to pursue a professional career in Psychology.

You will be given the opportunity to engage in practical work and will use the extensive psychological laboratory provision in the Division of Psychology. You will also be given the opportunity to engage in advanced theoretical debates relevant to the understanding of contemporary issues in society.

Professional Accreditation

The programme is accredited as conferring eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society provided an average of 50% is achieved.

These are 'conversion awards' for those who need Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society.

Entry Requirements

• A minimum 2:2 degree classification in any subject (if applying for MSc)
• Maths and English GCSE Grade C (or equivalent)

Applications are welcome from students with non-standard qualifications or returners to study (those over 21 years of age on entry) with significant relevant experience. This includes applicants who have undertaken a BPS-accredited psychology degree, but who have failed to achieve accreditation.

Applicants who already have a BPS-accredited psychology degree are not eligible to apply.

Any applicants wishing to apply to this programme using Recognition of Prior Learning can do so for up to 60 credits maximum and that recognition of prior experiential (or informal) learning is not permitted.

English language requirements

• IELTS at 6.5 or the equivalent.

Curriculum

First Year

Core

• Cognitive Psychology
• Social Psychology
• Research Methods in psychology
• Psychobiology and Neuroscience
• Lifespan psychology & Individual Differences
• Research Project in Psychology
• Dissertation - Psychology

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Teaching on the programme includes lectures, small group seminars, workshops and laboratory-based practicals.

You will explore theories in current debates, and develop experience and confidence to make a considered contribution to an argument. Throughout the programme you will acquire skills in knowledge acquisition, presentation, discussion and debate that will be useful in your future career progression.

Assessment will usually focus on written expression of your skills through essays, examinations or journal writing. You will also develop skills in presenting research findings and in the production of laboratory reports.

The Psychology Master Dissertation gives you the opportunity to carry out an empirical piece of research investigating one area in depth, using the skills developed during the programme. This study will help to further develop your ability to work independently and rigorously, whilst benefiting from the support of a member of staff with experience in a similar area.

Fees and Finance

Tuition Fee

• Home: £8,136
• International: £21,490

Additional Course Costs

While there are no compulsory additional costs associated with this course, there may be general additional costs that you may incur as a student. A list of the sort of costs you might expect can be found on our fees and finance section.

Funding Your Studies

It can be hard to know what financial help is available to you as a student.

Further information about the variety of options that can help fund your studies and maximise the money available to you is available on our funding your studies section.

Postgraduate Master's Loan

If you live in England you may be able to apply for a special Government-funded Master's Loan to help pay your tuition fees and living costs. You don't have to pay the loan back until you're earning a certain amount of money.

Scholarships

Every year we award numerous non-repayable scholarships to UK, EU and international students on the basis of academic excellence, personal circumstances or economic hardship. For full details, visit our scholarships section.

Career Prospects

This is a fast-track route to eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society. It is, therefore, an important step towards a professional career in Psychology.

Career Opportunities

The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available throughout the course from Career and Employability Services including help to find part-time work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies. Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the extensive resources on the Careers website.