Psychology

Entry requirements

Please see the university website course page for information on entry requirements for this course.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

Interested in a psychology postgraduate course? Our fully online, BPS-accredited MSc Psychology conversion course is designed for those without a psychology background, enabling you to earn a recognised Master’s qualification and progress towards chartered psychologist status.

The course covers core psychological theories, research and practical skills in a more flexible and inclusive manner that enables you to study around different commitments. In Lifespan Development, we answer questions such as how do babies recognise faces, and how do we acquire language? The Psychopathology and Individual Differences module includes looking at different psychological disorders and the associated causes and treatments.

We cover quantitative and qualitative research methods, where you will gain knowledge and experience in analysing and reporting different data types. For your final dissertation you will be supervised in conducting a piece of psychological research in an area that interests you – this can be an excellent talking point in job interviews.

We provide a variety of assignment types to help you develop and enhance a range of transferable skills.

Alumni have already advanced to doctoral study and secured roles in clinical, educational, academic, and various other professional settings.

What's covered in this course?

Interested in a psychology postgraduate course? Our fully online, BPS-accredited MSc Psychology conversion course is designed for those without a psychology background, enabling you to earn a recognised Master’s qualification and progress towards chartered psychologist status.

The course covers core psychological theories, research and practical skills in a more flexible and inclusive manner that enables you to study around different commitments. In Lifespan Development, we answer questions such as how do babies recognise faces, and how do we acquire language? The Psychopathology and Individual Differences module includes looking at different psychological disorders and the associated causes and treatments.

Information for international students

Applications from international applicants with equivalent qualifications are welcome. Please see your country page for further details on the equivalent qualifications we accept.

In additional to the academic entry requirements listed above, international and EU students will also require IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 minimum in all bands

If you do not meet the required IELTS score, you may be eligible for one of our pre-sessional English courses. Please note that you must have a Secure English Language Test (SELT) to study on the pre-sessional English course.

Fees and funding

Learn more about postgraduate fees and funding.