Research Methods in Psychology
Entry requirements
A high 2.2 degree in Psychology, Linguistics or Science.
If you hold a degree in Psychology it would be preferable, though not essential, if this was British Psychological Society accredited.
Months of entry
October
Course content
How can we make the most successful predictions about how humans will behave? How do we measure concepts such as “personality”? In what ways can statistics inform us about the human condition?
Our MSc Research Methods in Psychology develops your awareness of psychological science in relation to its philosophical and biological contexts, and in relation to research in the natural and social sciences. In addition to this research-focussed training, you also study advanced topics in psychology that will extend your theoretical knowledge.
You explore topics including:
- Methods in cognitive neuroscience
- Advanced statistical techniques
- Research management
- Interview analysis
If you intend to pursue a career as a research psychologist, or wish to take a research degree, then our MSc Research Methods in Psychology will give you the advanced research training which provides you with an excellent preparation for a PhD, and enhances your chances of obtaining funding.
Our University is one of just 21 ESRC Doctoral Training Centres, enabling us to offer studentships to psychology students intending to pursue a research degree.
Information for international students
IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum component score of 5.5
Fees and funding
We offer many funding opportunities to support talented postgraduates, ranging from research council studentships and University scholarships to awards funded by charities and other external organisations. For more information, visit our website at: www.essex.ac.uk.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Graduate Administrator
- pgadmit@essex.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0)1206 872719