Research Methods in Psychology, MSc

Key highlights

• Expert training in advanced psychology research methods
• Carry out basic and applied research projects across many areas
• Hands-on use of databases, statistical software and computer programmes
• Practical research skills applicable wherever human behaviour matters
• Covers historical, theoretical and philosophical issues in behavioural science
• Critical understanding of the scientific method and its alternatives

Entry requirements

Scholarships

• Chevening Scholarships

• International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries

  First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.

• Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)

  The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.

Careers this course leads to

• Research Assistant
• Research Psychologist
• Data Analyst
• Social Researcher
• User Experience Researcher
• PhD Researcher

Cost of study

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 Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.