MSc in Psychology

The programme is a conversion path intended for graduate students whose first degree was in a (relevant) subject other than Psychology. The programme provides knowledge and understanding of the core areas in psychology and confers eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS – providing students obtain an overall mark of 50% or above).

The educational experience enables students to improve their knowledge of Psychology; the course is academically challenging and provides a comprehensive foundation of psychological theory and research, offering insights into behaviour from a variety of perspectives. There are many opportunities for students to practice and apply these skills with an emphasis on increasing confidence and competence.

Career Prospects

The programme is aimed at students seeking to enter employment as professional psychologists. The programme is a first step towards chartered status as a professional psychologist (GBC). Successful graduates with GBC will have appropriate academic evidence for further study on BPS accredited Masters’ degree programmes in Forensic Psychology, Forensic Psychology, and Crime, Occupational Psychology or Health Psychology, each of which are important stages in career development within these fields. The MSc award will enable students to progress within the field of Psychology and it will open new horizons of opportunities for your future career.