Taught course
Psychology (Conversion)
Entry requirements
You should have an Honours Degree of 2:2 or above. Your degree should be in any discipline. This course is not for graduates who already have a BPS accredited degree.
Months of entry
September
Course content
This course provides a solid practical and theoretical background and an accredited degree for graduates who have not studied Psychology or those who have an unaccredited Psychology degree. If you do not have a scientific background, we will support you with pre-sessional materials.
You will graduate with the fundamental knowledge and skills needed in a variety of psychology professions. Topics covered include psychological research methods, biological, cognitive, developmental and social psychology, individual differences, and conceptual and historical issues in psychology.
You will learn about the full breadth of psychological research techniques, including experiments, surveys, and observation. As part of your practical project, you will work closely with a member of academic staff to complete a research dissertation in a selected area. You will have access to research equipment and facilities that including tools to measure brain activity or track eye movements.
The course will include opportunities to attend presentations by researchers and professionals from various psychology careers (industrial, forensic, occupational, clinical, health, or educational psychologists). This will give you an insight into the practical aspects of professional psychology occupations and develop an understanding of the many ways in which a psychology degree can lead to a professional career.
Information for international students
Students require an overall IELTS score of 6.0.
International fees for this course are £23,000 per year of study. For more information, please visit the University of Dundee website.
Fees and funding
UK students
£10,500
International students
£23,000
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Anke Kossurok