Psychology

Overview

The MSc Psychology program offered by Birmingham City University has been designed for students wanting to pursue careers in chartered areas of psychology who need to gain relevant work experience. Therefore this distance learning (online) course allows you to study around your own commitments, reflecting the inclusivity at the heart of Birmingham City University.The Psychology - MSc is provided by Birmingham City University.

Why Choose Us?

• Staff contact and online delivery provide ample opportunity for you to pursue related interests outside the programme in the areas of clinical, educational and forensic psychology etc. You are encouraged to bring these experience to the forefront of your learning experience, ensuring you are developing into a well-rounded, lifelong learner.
• Our staff are research active, allowing research-informed teaching and learning activities. You will be given the opportunity to learn and participate in a number of research projects throughout the year and we hold regular academic research seminars, which are recorded for our online students.
• A number of our recent conversion course students have been successful in gaining further training and employment in highly competitive areas of psychology, including Clinical Doctorate programmes and research posts with national charitable organisations.

• You will be allocated a personal tutor, who will provide pastoral and academic support, as well as preparing you for your career in Psychology.

Employment Opportunities

To pursue a career as a professional psychologist further training at MSc and or doctorate level is required. This can lead to employment in the areas of:

• Clinical neuropsychology

• Educational psychology

• Forensic psychology

• Health psychology

• Occupational psychology

• Counselling psychology

• Teaching and research

• Sports and exercise science.

GBC graduates who do not wish to pursue a career in Professional Psychology also enter into employment areas such as, recruitment consultancy, human resources, civil service, researcher and data analyst, Improving Access