Psychological Sciences (Conversion) MSc Online

Start dates	Duration		Fees
Jan, May, Sept	Full-time – 1 Year	Part-time – 2 Years	£11,120

About the Programme

The Psychological Sciences MSc (Conversion) online has been created for students and working professionals from non-psychology backgrounds, who want to gain a comprehensive understanding of psychology, its practical applications, and its impact on society.

As a graduate, you will have acquired important subject-specific skills and transferrable skills at an advanced level, such as data analysis, problem-solving and project management and effective communication including report preparation, whist building a solid basis to pursue a career as a professional psychologist through further study within the discipline (e.g., PhD, ClinPsycD, DEdPsy).

This online master’s in psychology is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), which means you will be eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) from the BPS, essential for pursuing a career in recognised psychology professions.

Course Content

All modules (except Research Project) are worth 15 credits

Introduction to Psychological Sciences (0 credits)
Historical and Conceptual Issues in Psychology
Qualitative Research Methods in Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
Social Psychology
Research Methods & Statistical in Psychology
Biological Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Individual Differences
Empirical Psychological Project (60 credits)

Programme Lead

Dr Susan Lacovou

Director of Psychological Science (Conversion) MSc (Online)

Dr Susan Lacovou

Director of Psychological Science (Conversion) MSc (Online)

“Whether you’re looking for a career changes or to pursue an interest in psychology, the Psychological Sciences (Conversion) MSc online provides you an opportunity to gain a grounding in core areas of the subject area. The online course allows you to study from wherever you are located in the world and fits your studies around other obligations. I hope to welcome you to our community soon”

Careers Opportunities

This course alone will not allow you to practice in the United Kingdom but provides an opportunity for a non-psychology graduate, or a graduate from a non-BPS accredited course, to meet one of the entry requirements for a postgraduate programme of professional training in Health, Sport, Clinical, Counselling, Occupational, Educational or Forensic Psychology.

In addition to building a solid foundation to pursue a career in clinical psychology, you’ll also gain the transferrable skills, knowledge, and expertise sought-after by employers in a variety of sectors. Graduates may choose to explore career opportunities in media, marketing, HR, law enforcement, finance, health, and education, as well as government and non-governmental agencies and healthcare organisations.

Entry Requirements

Lower second class (2:2) (or above) UK Honours undergraduate degree in any subject, or internationally equivalent.

A minimum grade of C in GCSE-level mathematics, or equivalent qualification

Non-native speakers of English need either of the following or other equivalence:

IELTS: 6.5 (min 6 in all areas)
Pearson: 58 (51 in all sub-scores)
BrunELT: 65% (min 60% in all areas)
TOEFL: 92 (min 20 in all)