
Behavioural Science - MSc
University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom
Course overview
Explore how human behaviour shapes our social world — and how you can shape it. In this MSc in Behavioural Science, you’ll examine the psychological and social forces behind attitudes, influence, decision-making, and group dynamics, then learn how to apply those insights to tackle real-world challenges in organisations, communities, and policy contexts. Taught by world-leading researchers and experienced practitioners, the programme equips you with strong skills in research design, data interpretation, and analytical thinking.
You’ll also develop practical abilities in communication, problem-solving, and consultancy — preparing you for impactful careers across the public, private, and non-profit sectors, or for further academic study.
Key highlights
- Examines attitudes, influence, decision-making and group dynamics
- Applies behavioural insights to organisations, communities and policy contexts
- Taught by world-leading researchers and experienced practitioners
- Builds skills in research design, data interpretation and analytical thinking
- Develops practical communication, problem-solving and consultancy abilities
- Prepares for public, private and non-profit careers or further study
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include acceptable subject; or above
- Degree: 2nd class — to include psychology, social or behavioural sciences, social policy, political science, sociology, or another relevant field; or above
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship
Scholarship value up to £10,000.
Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship
Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.
Up to £6,000Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award
Awards of up to £3,000
Kent Business School MBA Scholarship
50% off Tuition Fee.
Up to 50% of feesKent Graduate Scholarship
20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.
Up to 20% of feesKent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught
Scholarship value - £5000
Up to £5,000Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)
Scholarship value £3000
Up to £3,000Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)
£2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).
Up to £2,000Sasha Roberts Scholarship
£3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.
Up to £3,000The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates
£1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.
The CAMEMS Scholarship
£3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.
Up to £3,000The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates
£5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).
Careers this course leads to
- Behavioural scientist
- Behavioural insights consultant
- Policy adviser
- User researcher
- Social research officer
- PhD researcher
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Kent, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
Ready to start?
Book a free consultation and we'll map your fastest route to your place.
