MSc Psychology (Conversion course)
University of WinchesterOn campus, Winchester
Course overview
Are you interested in becoming a Psychologist? Would you like to enhance your career opportunities with a scientific understanding of human behaviour? If so, then this course is for you.
Designed for graduates who have studied other subjects, our MSc Psychology (conversion course) engages students new to psychology with the key areas of social, biological, cognitive, developmental psychology and individual differences. We will also enable you to develop strong research and data analytic skills in both qualitative and quantitative methods. This will prepare you for carrying out your own independent psychology research project.
You will engage with the latest research findings and psychological theories, and have the opportunity to contribute to the vibrant research culture at Winchester. On completion you will be able to apply your new psychological knowledge and skills to a range of professional and everyday contexts. Find out more about the Psychology Department.
This degree is fully accredited by the British Psychological Society for the purpose of eligibility to apply for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, provided students pass the empirical psychology project and achieve an overall pass mark of at least 50%.
Key highlights
- Accredited by the British Psychological Society for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership
- Designed for graduates new to psychology from other subject backgrounds
- Covers social, biological, cognitive and developmental psychology and individual differences
- Builds research and data analysis skills in qualitative and quantitative methods
- Independent empirical psychology research project
- Opportunity to contribute to the department's research culture
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2nd class — or above
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
Tuition fees, a monthly stipend, travel costs to and from the UK, an arrival allowance, a homeward departure allowance, one visa application, and a travel grant to attend Chevening events in the UK.
International Student Scholarship - Postgraduate
Value: £5,000
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- Trainee clinical psychologist
- Assistant psychologist
- Research assistant
- Mental health practitioner
- Trainee educational psychologist
- Human resources specialist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,550 per year | International: £17,450 per year
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 Winchester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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