MSc Psychology
Entry requirements
- an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification
- at least 3 years’ experience (voluntary or paid) within a relevant field, supported by 2 appropriate references. A relevant field may include one in Health, Mental Health, Social services, Counselling services, Schools and Education, Policing, Data analysis and Statistics. This is not an exhaustive list and will be reviewed on an individual basis by the academic team
Months of entry
April, July, October
Course content
Discover more about the fascinating field of psychology and enrol on a Masters degree today. Designed for those without a psychology background, this 100% online course allows you to fit learning around your current commitments. On this course you will be introduced to a wide range of psychological topics and methodologies, including:
- essential human development milestones, such as infancy, childhood, adolescence and adulthood
- the philosophy and history of psychology inquiry
- psychobiology and neuropsychology: research principles
- quantitative and qualitative research methods used in data collection and analysis
Information for international students
International students residing in specific regions outside of the UK may be eligible for a partial scholarship for our undergraduate and postgraduate online courses.
Students residing in Africa can also enjoy a 20% scholarship on all eligible undergraduate and postgraduate courses until the end of the 2023-24 academic year.
Fees and funding
10% anniversary scholarship available when you enrol by 31 July 2024.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- part time24 months
- Online learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Enquiries team
- enquiries@online.essex.ac.uk
- Phone
- +441206489358