MSc Psychological Studies (Online)

Graduate with a psychology specialism

Enhance your career and specialise in distinctive areas of psychology by choosing from optional elective courses.

In this degree, you can choose to specialise and graduate in:

• MSc Psychological Studies
• MSc Psychological Studies with Human AI Interaction
• MSc Psychological Studies with Mental Health, or
• MSc Psychological Studies with Organisational Psychology.

Cover core foundations and the latest research

You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of the core areas of psychology required by the British Psychological Society (BPS) , including:

• biological psychology
• cognitive psychology
• developmental psychology
• individual differences
• research methods, and
• social psychology.

As well as covering current theory, you’ll get an exciting overview of contemporary psychological research in these areas.

Learn to carry out your own research

With expert guidance, you’ll develop practical knowledge and skills in research methodologies used in psychology, including quantitative and qualitative techniques.

You’ll also carry out a research-based project as part of your studies, putting your skills into practice.

Application for accreditation submitted to The British Psychological Society (BPS)

BPS accreditation for this degree is pending – application for accreditation has been submitted to the BPS.

We have a long-standing relationship with the BPS, who accredit our on-campus MSc Psychological Studies, so you can be assured you are studying for a respected qualification.

Find out about BPS accreditation and what it means for you.