The University of Law

MSc Psychology Conversion

The University of Law

Course overview

The MSc Psychology (Conversion) at the University of Law provides students with an introduction to essential psychological skills, knowledge, and values applied to real-world settings. Upon completion, students will be equipped with core knowledge and understanding of key psychological theories, principles, and concepts that can be used in everyday life and professional settings. 

Students will also develop skills in scientific reasoning, understand the role of evidence, and evaluate psychological arguments. The Professional Development and Applications of Professional Psychology module will allow them to explore and prepare for their career while they study.

Students will graduate with skills such as problem-solving, research, communication, and self-evaluation that can support further study as professionals in the field. 

Entry requirements

You will need to write a personal statement about why you want to take the course and any relevant experience. A reference from an academic or employer is also required. You can upload your CV to show your work experience.

 

Grade Requirements:

 

  • Applicants should possess an undergraduate degree in any subject at 2:2 or above, or an equivalent qualification.

 

English Proficiency:

 

  • Candidates whose first language is not English would typically be required to have an English language level equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or above, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. However, the university also accepts alternative qualifications.

Scholarships

  • Bar Practice Course (BPC) Award

    Winners of our advocacy awards and scholarships will be required to become a member of our Advocacy Committee.

  • Baroness Warsi and Sadiq Khan Full Fee Scholarship

  • Business First Scholarships

    Awards of £5,000 each are available to all postgraduate business Master’s courses.

    Up to £5,000
  • Campus Dean’s Award

    Awards of £2,000 each are available to all Legal Practice Course (LPC), LLM Legal Practice (SQE1&2) and Master of Laws (LLMs) courses.

    Up to £2,000
  • Career Changer Scholarship - Postgraduate

    Full Fee Scholarships and partial fee scholarships are available for our PGDL, MA Law (Conversion), MA Law (SQE1), Master of Laws (LLMs), MSc Psychology, MSc Computer Science courses.

  • Law First Scholarships

    Awards of £5,000 each are available to all Legal Practice Course (LPC) and LLM Legal Practice (SQE1&2) courses; Awards of £3,000 each are available to all PGDL, MA Law (Conversion), MA Law (SQE1) and Master of Laws (LLMs).

  • Lord Blunkett Widening Access Scholarship- Postgraduate

    Awards of £2,000 each are available to all postgraduate courses, excluding short courses.

    Up to £2,000
  • Science First Scholarships

    Awards of £5,000 each are available to all MSc Psychology, MSc Computer Science and MSc Criminology courses.

    Up to £5,000
  • The Amal Clooney Scholarship

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Psychology (Conversion) from the University of Law can pursue various career roles, including:

  • Clinical Psychologist

  • Counselling Psychologist

  • Educational Psychologist

  • Forensic Psychologist

  • Intervention Specialist

Cost of study

The tuition fees for international students on the MSc Psychology (Conversion)  in the University of Law are £17,500 (studying within London) and £16,500 (studying outside London). International students may be eligible for a £1,000 bursary. Tuition fees are charged annually and apply only to the specified academic year.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through the university's portal. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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