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The Psychology MSc degree has been specifically set up to accommodate students with a strong interest and passion for psychology and who are looking to explore the different options for careers in psychology. This psychology masters degree has also been... Read more designed for those without an undergraduate degree in psychology or a related field but who still have a strong foundational understanding and wish to gain the knowledge and skills fit for employability. This masters degree in psychology programme offers students a psychology programme accredited by the British Psychological Society to broaden their knowledge and understanding of psychology. Successful completion of the MSc Psychology (Conversion) programme confers students with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society. This programme is therefore not normally appropriate for students who already hold GBC status. As a student on this MSc in psychology you will be offered automatic BPS student membership. This membership will give you access to careers advice and guidance, events’ opportunities, knowledge exchange platforms, research insights and access to the latest developments within the discipline.Read less
Program overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Psychology MSc degree has been specifically set up to accommodate students with a strong interest and passion for psychology and who are looking to explore the different options for careers in psychology. This psychology masters degree has also been... Read more designed for those without an undergraduate degree in psychology or a related field but who still have a strong foundational understanding and wish to gain the knowledge and skills fit for employability. This masters degree in psychology programme offers students a psychology programme accredited by the British Psychological Society to broaden their knowledge and understanding of psychology. Successful completion of the MSc Psychology (Conversion) programme confers students with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society. This programme is therefore not normally appropriate for students who already hold GBC status. As a student on this MSc in psychology you will be offered automatic BPS student membership. This membership will give you access to careers advice and guidance, events’ opportunities, knowledge exchange platforms, research insights and access to the latest developments within the discipline.Read less
Admission Requirements
6.5+
To be considered for this course you must hold a GCSE grade C in Mathematics and you will be required to meet at least one of the below requirements in addition to all mandatory requirements:
You should normally hold a higher second class honours degree or above in an internationally recognised undergraduate programme.
If you hold a lower-second class honours degree, you may also be considered. Such candidates will normally be asked to produce evidence of academic capability, such as an essay, before being considered for admission.
If you have previous educational experience you will be considered for admission to the programme however, recognition of prior learning is limited to a maximum of 60 credits. Students will require a minimum of 180 credits in psychology in order to meet the requirements for the GBC. Applicants with a disability and applicants from all ethnic groups will be encourage
We would consider your application if you have undertaken a British Psychological Society accredited psychology degree but who have failed to either pass the empirical psychology project or achieve at least a lower second class honours degree.
Mandatory requirements:
You will be required to provide evidence of a GCSE Grade ‘C’ in Mathematics (or internationally recognised equivalent.)
You will be required to apply for a DBS check before being permitted to engage in the dissertation research project if necessary. DBS checks may also be required if you wish to engage in Changemaker and/or STEAM events.
A personal statement demonstrating self-awareness, self-reflection, sensitivity to issues of difference and equality as well as commitment to anti-oppressive practice will be required.
1 Year
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
8,010 GBP
International
16,500 GBP
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Psychology MSc
Waterside Campus, Northampton, United Kingdom
12 monthsProgram duration
16,500 GBPTuition Fee/year
PsychologyMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Read more designed for those without an undergraduate degree in psychology or a related field but who still have a strong foundational understanding and wish to gain the knowledge and skills fit for employability.
This masters degree in psychology programme offers students a psychology programme accredited by the British Psychological Society to broaden their knowledge and understanding of psychology. Successful completion of the MSc Psychology (Conversion) programme confers students with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society. This programme is therefore not normally appropriate for students who already hold GBC status.
As a student on this MSc in psychology you will be offered automatic BPS student membership. This membership will give you access to careers advice and guidance, events’ opportunities, knowledge exchange platforms, research insights and access to the latest developments within the discipline. Read less
Program overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Read more designed for those without an undergraduate degree in psychology or a related field but who still have a strong foundational understanding and wish to gain the knowledge and skills fit for employability.
This masters degree in psychology programme offers students a psychology programme accredited by the British Psychological Society to broaden their knowledge and understanding of psychology. Successful completion of the MSc Psychology (Conversion) programme confers students with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society. This programme is therefore not normally appropriate for students who already hold GBC status.
As a student on this MSc in psychology you will be offered automatic BPS student membership. This membership will give you access to careers advice and guidance, events’ opportunities, knowledge exchange platforms, research insights and access to the latest developments within the discipline. Read less
Admission Requirements
Mandatory requirements:
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
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