Psychology (BPS)

Overview

The master’s degree in Psychology (BPS) at Arden University Online prepares individuals who are passionate about Psychology who started their education in a different field. 

In addition to being a classic Master’s in Psychology, this online programme offers an opportunity ambitious students to follow their calling and more easily transition to a career in psychology, without having to fully restart their university studies.

The programme meets the growing need for professionals in the mental healthcare professions and similar occupations. It does so by delivering an essential set of knowledge through courses designed to integrate future psychologists into the workforce faster and more effectively. 

Why study this master’s degree at Arden University

• This programme is a conversion course, meaning you can study it without having to previously graduate a bachelor’s degree in psychology.

• A programme that’s ideal for individuals looking for a career change.

• Fast start and track to a career in psychology.

• Study flexibility and online course delivery lets you study while you work.

• Strong focus on employment after graduation.

• 95% of graduates are employed or in further study within 6 months of graduation.

• 24/7 access to all study materials online.

• No fixed lecture times.

• Use your Advanced Research Project to apply your studies directly to your workplace.

Programme accreditation and careers

This Psychology honours degree is fully accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and will prepare graduates to continue on successful career paths in a variety of industries from HR to clinical research. Successful graduates will be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the BPS - the basic requirement to train as a professional psychologist.

With further specialized training, Psychology graduates go on to careers as psychotherapists, psychology counsellor, occupational psychologist, school counsellor, human resource officer, play therapist, forensic psychologist, organizational psychologist (I-O), and more.

Coronavirus (Covid-19) updates: 

The current intake is open. We are continuing to deliver an undisrupted learning experience across all our courses. We are Distance Learning specialists with more than 25 years’ experience delivering education online.

Accreditation

This programme is fully accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), which ensures the highest quality standards for your psychology degree.