
Level
Master'sDuration
30 months (Approximately)Language
English
MSc Psychology (Conversion)
Master's (Postgraduate)
30 months (Approximately)
Transform your understanding of psychology
Expand your mind and career prospects by gaining a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited master’s degree with this online Psychology (Conversion) MSc from the University of Liverpool.
This programme offers an opportunity for you to convert your existing qualifications and learning from other disciplines to an award that meets the requirements for a Graduate Basis of Chartership with the British Psychological Society (GBC), an essential requirement for your development as a psychologist.
Advance your career with a globally recognised qualification
This BPS-accredited conversion programme is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of biological, developmental, cognitive and social psychology.
You'll also learn how to put psychological principles into effect in various settings including research, practice, and the interface of applied research.
Learn from global experts and cutting-edge research
In unison with the strong research ethos of the University of Liverpool, theory in the programme is research-led, and modules have been developed with full support of the prestigious research groups in the Department of Psychology.
Also, reflecting the global character of the University, the programme approaches theoretical and applied developments in Psychology from an open-minded perspective that values diversity and cross-culturalism.
Engage with a diverse international community
Your learning will be largely achieved through discussion forums with classmates from all around the world, allowing you additional insights and perspectives to help you in your career.
What can you do with a Psychology (Conversion) MSc?
With a Psychology (Conversion) MSc from the University of Liverpool, you can pursue various career paths. Here are some options:
Clinical Psychologist: Work in healthcare settings to assess and treat mental health issues, employing therapeutic techniques to improve patients' psychological well-being.
Educational Psychologist: Engage with schools and educational institutions to support student learning and development, providing insights into learning challenges and recommending interventions.
Health Psychologist: Focus on how psychological factors affect health and illness, working in healthcare settings to promote healthy lifestyle changes and manage patient care
Occupational Psychologist: Optimise workplace environments by applying psychological principles to improve employee performance and satisfaction in various organisational contexts.
Researcher in Psychology: Conduct studies and contribute to the body of knowledge in psychology by working in academic, commercial, or governmental research settings
How will you be assessed?
Your assessments are designed to enhance your employability through action-based learning. You’ll complete written assignments that apply your knowledge to real-world challenges in professional and social settings.
You’ll also create an online portfolio to showcase your project work, achievements, and experience. To complete your degree, you’ll carry out an independent research dissertation on a psychological issue of your choice—applying theory to practice in a meaningful way.
Is this a part-time or full-time degree?
This flexible, part-time degree allows you to balance study with your professional commitments while learning from industry experts and peers worldwide.
Entry requirements:
A minimum of a 2:1 class degree in any subject including psychology equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree; OR
A minimum of a 2:2 class degree in any subject, including psychology equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree AND have gained at least two years of relevant professional experience.
Non-psychology applicants will normally require a GCSE Grade 4 (grade C) or GCE O Level pass in Mathematics and English, or an equivalent qualification.
You must provide evidence that you have an English language ability equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5 (overall) and 7.0 (reading and writing).
What will it cost?
Fees for the academic year 2024/25:
MSc: £16,868
PGDip: £11,246
PGCert: £5,623
These fees are fully inclusive of all costs, including all teaching materials, core textbooks, assessments and resits.
How long will it take?
This master’s award has an approximate study duration of 30 months, studied online and part-time.
- Applying multiple perspectives to psychological issues, recognising that psychology involves various research methods, theories, evidence and applications.
- Integrate ideas and findings across multiple perspectives in psychology and recognise distinctive psychological approaches to relevant issues.
- Identify and evaluate general patterns in behaviour, psychological functioning and experience.
- Understand and investigate the role of brain function in all human behaviour and experience.
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