Highlights
Tuition fee
590 GBP / module
590 GBP / module
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Tuition fee
590 GBP / module
590 GBP / module
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Duration
24 months
Duration
24 months
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Taught in
English
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About

The Psychology programme from University of Plymouth offers advanced study opportunities and a solid foundation in major theoretical approaches across core areas of psychology: clinical, biological, cognitive, social, developmental, and individual differences.

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Overview

Psychology programme from University of Plymouth ,  blends live and recorded lectures with independent study and research, so you can fit learning around your life and work commitments. Join a weekly live session (9:00–13:00 GMT), access recorded lectures, and benefit from one-to-one tutor support. Missed a live class? No problem, all sessions are recorded and available on demand.

You’ll be challenged to investigate classic and contemporary issues in psychology at an intensive and analytical level, carrying out an independent research project under the supervision of a member of academic staff.

Career

This MSc is ideal for those wishing to make a career change into psychology, or for those who have overseas qualifications and wish to convert their psychology degree into one approved by the BPS. Many psychology students seek further specialised training in the applied sectors of the field and this course qualifies you for entry into these programmes, including clinical psychology, forensic psychology, counselling psychology and organisational psychology. This MSc will qualify you for entry into such training programmes. 

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Research Project 
  • Qualitative Techniques for Psychological Research
  • Quantitative Techniques for Psychological Research
  • Biopsychosocial approaches to intervention in Psychology 
  • Neuropsychology and Neuroscience: From Lab to Community

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
Duolingo English Test
120
TOEFL® IBT
OR
90
OR
4.5
PTE Academic
59
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

  • Plymouth, United Kingdom

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Lower Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test
120
TOEFL® IBT
OR
90
OR
4.5
PTE Academic
59
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

This programme is ideal if you’re wishing to make a career change into psychology, or if you have overseas qualifications and wish to convert your psychology degree into one approved by the BPS.

  • Bachelor (honours) degree at 2:1 or above in a relevant subject area. However, we would also consider applicants with a 2:2 level who can demonstrate previous studies or professional experience related to psychology, research methods or statistics.
  • GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English. Consideration may be given to Functional Skills Level 2 in Mathematics. Please note we do not accept Functional Skills Level 2 in English, or Key Skills in Maths or English, or Adult Literacy/Numeracy.
  • To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our
  • UCAS tariff and entry requirements glossary.
  • If you have overseas qualifications you can check their comparability with the UK equivalent through UK ENIC, who provide an advisory service.

Tuition Fees

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

    Non-residents
    590 GBP / module
    ≈ 590 GBP / module
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    590 GBP / module
    ≈ 590 GBP / module

Additional Details

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Psychology.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Tuition fee discount for University of Plymouth graduates
Merit-based

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University of Plymouth
Plymouth, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
4000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship
Merit-based

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University of Plymouth
Plymouth, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
2000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Postgraduate Taught International Student Scholarship
Merit-based

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University of Plymouth
Plymouth, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Programa Internacional De Becas Iberdrola Para Estudios De Máster

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Education USA
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarship Scheme set up with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Merit-based

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The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based

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Aga Khan Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Anglo-Norse Scholarship Scheme set up with the Royal College of Music
Merit-based

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The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
30 Jan 2027
Amber Scholarship For September Intake

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Scholar
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
Merit-based

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AUFIN Education & Scholarship
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
23 Jan 2027
Go City Education Scholarship
Merit-based

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Go City
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Aug 2027
Rapid Formations Entrepreneur Scholarship

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Rapid Formations
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids

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UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
1st Formations Business Scholarship

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1st Formations
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2026
The Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., Students With Disabilities Scholarship Contest

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Simmons and Fletcher
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
“The Hope For Healing” Scholarship

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FHE Health
Location not available

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