MSc Psychology
Course overview
The MSc Psychology Conversion course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in psychology but either hold a degree in another subject or possess a Psychology degree that is not accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Upon completion, students become eligible to apply for the BPS's Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), covering all fundamental psychology topics as defined by the BPS.
The programme includes research design and methodology training, covering both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Quantitative methods include statistical analysis and SPSS software use, while qualitative methods involve semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- A minimum 2:1 Honours degree in Psychology not accredited by the BPS.
- A minimum 2:1 Honours degree in a discipline other than Psychology.
English Language Requirements:
- Candidates whose first language is not English must have an IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with no component below 6.5.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Clinical Psychology programme may pursue careers such as:
- Psychotherapist
- Neuropsychologist
- Educational Psychologist
- Forensic Psychologist
- Child Psychologist
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the MSc Clinical Psychology programme for international students is £17,500 per year. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and subject to increase.
Admission
Applications can be made directly through Staffordshire University's online application portal. For personalised guidance, applicants can speak with trained university counsellors.
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