Overview

Psychology MSc from University of Northampton offers students a psychology programme accredited by the British Psychological Society to broaden their knowledge and understanding of psychology. Successful completion of the MSc Psychology (Conversion) programme confers students with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society. This programme is therefore not normally appropriate for students who already hold GBC status.

Quick Facts:

This MSc in psychology has been designed to contribute towards achieving the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goal: SDG3 Good Health and Wellbeing.
Our MSc Psychology conversion programme is designed to equip you with key theoretical perspectives and practical knowledge within some of the core areas of psychology at a Masters level.
You will study from a core curriculum within some of the key areas within psychology, through a range of modules which allow you to develop further capabilities already achieved through studying at undergraduate level such as undertaking independent research projects. The core curriculum will also provide you with a sound knowledge of theoretical, professional and policy issues in psychology.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Individual Differences

Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology

Advanced Developmental Psychology

Cognitive and Biological Psychology and Neuroscience

Applied Social and Critical Social Psychology

Research Skills

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00

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More details

It is recommended that applicants apply as early as possible for their chosen program, at least one month prior to the course start date.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Northampton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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88

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62

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for this course you must hold a GCSE grade C in Mathematics and you will be required to meet at least one of the below requirements in addition to all mandatory requirements:

You should hold a higher second class honours degree or above in an internationally recognised undergraduate programme.
If you hold a lower-second class honours degree, you may also be considered.
If you have previous educational experience, you will also be considered.

Mandatory requirements:

You will be required to provide a copy of your GCSE Mathematics certificate at Grade C/4 or above, domestic equivalencies are not accepted (or evidence of your internationally recognised equivalent).
You will be required to apply for a DBS check before being permitted to engage in the dissertation research project if necessary. DBS checks may also be required if you wish to engage in Changemaker and/or STEAM events.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

17495 GBP / year

≈ 17495 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

8500 GBP / year

≈ 8500 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK Part Time: £1380 per 30 Credits

Living costs

Northampton

United Kingdom

796 - 1510 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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