Psychology

Entry requirements

Months of entry

Anytime

Course content

MSc by Research students are able to conduct independent research into an area of psychology of their own choice and produce a thesis with guidance from two academic supervisors who have specialist knowledge of the subject area. Students can also receive training in the research methods relevant for their project and are expected to contribute to the School's research environment.

The MSc by Research programme is most suitable for students who want to gain advanced experience of research in psychology before deciding whether they want to apply for an MPhil/PhD. The thesis for a MSc by Research is a smaller piece of work that the thesis required for an MPhil/PhD, and it usually contains 1 or 2 chapters with novel results. Students have the option to enrol in the MSc by Research programme and then transfer to a MPhil/PhD within the first 8 months of their degree.

The School's active research base ensures academic staff are involved in current debates and that they are up-to-date with emerging developments in psychology. Research in the School is organised in three research groups (forensic and clinical psychology; perception, action, and cognition; development and social behaviour) and two research centres (autism research innovation; Lincoln sleep).

Please visit the research pages of the School find out more, and to identify potential academic supervisors:

http://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/psychology/research/

Potential applicants are invited to contact the supervisors that they feel are best suited to their research area to discuss the process further. Projects that fall within the supervisor's ongoing research are usually more likely to be completed on time, since the time required for the project design and ethical approval is often shorter than for completely new projects.

Department specialisms

The School of Psychology has a strong and growing reputation for fundamental and applied research with international impact. Postgraduate research students are placed at the heart of our research activity. Our research is supported by a wide range of funding bodies, published in top-ranking journals, and presented at international conferences. The School fosters a vibrant and outward facing culture and encourages members of the public and non-academic organisations to become partners and collaborators in our research. Particular areas of research expertise in the School include: Development and social behaviour Forensic and clinical psychology Perception, action, and cognition Autism Sleep. Please visit the Research pages of the School to find areas you are interested in and to identify potential academic supervisors: https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/psychology/research/researchopportunities/ You are invited to contact the supervisors that you feel are best suited to your research area to discuss the process further. Other projects may also be available so please contact potential supervisors to enquire further.

Fees and funding

For eligible students, there are more ways than ever before to fund your postgraduate study, whether you want to do a taught or research course. For those wishing to undertake a Master's course, you can apply for a loan as a contribution towards the course and living costs. Loans are also available to those who wish to undertake doctoral study. The University offers a number of scholarships and funded studentships for those interested in postgraduate study. Learn how Master's and PhD loans, scholarships, and studentships can help you fund your studies on our Postgraduate Fees and Funding pages.