MSc Psychology in Education
Liverpool John Moores UniversityLiverpool John Moores University, Mount Pleasant Campus, Liverpool
Course overview
The Liverpool John Moores University MSc Psychology in Education is a conversion course aimed at those who did not focus on psychology at the undergraduate level, yet would like to enter the profession as a practising psychologist or a researcher. The programme equips a student with a knowledge base in core fields of psychology, including the social, cognitive and developmental psychology, with an emphasis on how all these can be applicable in an educational context.
This course aims to achieve the development of advanced research skills training in both qualitative and quantitative data analysis. Students in this course learn through lectures, seminars, and practical lessons and are assessed through essays, reports and case studies, which assist them to have such skills, which are useful for employers.
Key highlights
- Accredited by the British Psychological Society as a conversion degree
- Covers competencies required for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership
- Designed for graduates without an accredited psychology degree
- Applies psychological methods to educational policy and practice
- Training in both quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Core areas include cognitive, social, biological and developmental psychology
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 level (minimum 6.0 in each component) or equivalent qualification
Scholarships
2-year Masters Scholarships
This would equal £7,000 total discount across the 2 years.
Chevening Scholarships
Early Bird Tuition Fee Discount Business, Law and Public Health Students
Eligible students for these courses could now receive a £1,500 Early Bird Discount from their tuition fees – an increase of £1,000 from the standard amount.
Postgraduate International Achievement Scholarship
Applicants a £3,500 tuition fee discount towards the first year of their studies.
Up to £3,500
Careers this course leads to
- Trainee educational psychologist
- Psychological researcher
- Research assistant
- Assistant psychologist
- Special educational needs coordinator
- Learning support specialist
Career opportunities
Graduates of this course work as:
- Practising Psychologist
- Psychological Researcher
- Educational Psychologist
- Therapist
- Mental Health professional
- Clinical Psychologist
Cost of study
For international students taking the MSc Psychology in Education at Liverpool John Moores University, the tuition fee is £18,250 per year.
Admission
You can submit your application for this course through the university’s online application form. Our trained advisors are available to assist you through this process.
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