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Postgraduate Psychology Degree Courses

Whether you’re considering a career in psychology or you want to enhance your current career, our Master’s in Psychology conversion course is designed for you.

With options to study full-time or part-time, online or face-to-face at one of our city centre campuses in Leeds and London, we offer flexibility to suit your needs.

What skills will you gain by studying psychology?

Studying psychology at The University of Law will equip you with critical psychological skills, knowledge and values that can be applied to real world contexts. You’ll also build skills in scientific reasoning, be able to understand the role of evidence and make critical judgements in psychological arguments.

What can studying psychology lead to?

With support from our dedicated psychology employability experts and our practical teaching methods, you’ll graduate prepared to explore career options in areas such as psychology, health, education, policing and business, or undertake further study in the field.

Why study psychology with The University of Law?

Award-winning Employability support: From day one to beyond graduation, you’ll have access to 1:1 support from our experienced Employability Service.

Experts in conversion: We have a track record of converting students from one discipline to another – we’re the largest GDL (Graduate Diploma in Law) provider in the UK (LawCAB 2021)

Excellent employment prospects: 95% of postgraduate students in employment were in highly skilled employment 15 months after graduating (2020/21 Graduate Outcomes data). Contains HESA Data: Copyright Jisc 2022.

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psychologyStudy Online

The online version of this course covers the same content as the on campus version, while still offering you the same high level of professional lecturer support.

If you’re looking for a more flexible approach to your studies, why not consider our online study option?

MSc Psychology (Conversion) Online ➔

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flexibilityStudy where and how you want

We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different. That’s why we offer a wide range of study modes (full-time, on campus and online) to provide you with the greatest choice and flexibility you need to succeed in your studies. You can even switch during your studies.

Professional Development and Coaching

CareersCareer route to Psychology

Your journey to Psychology can be as unique as you are. Let us help guide you to your new career.

Funding your studies

Take a look at the scholarships and bursaries you may be eligible for to help fund your studies, such as our Career Changer or Set for Success Scholarships.

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Upcoming Open Days

We run Open Days at each of our campuses throughout the year, so that you can find the perfect fit for you.

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Your Faculty

Find out more about our psychology academic teaching staff.

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Employability

Throughout your studies you’ll receive support from our expert Employability Service.

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Introducing our MSc Psychology

Hear from our Head of Psychology, Julie Prescott, about why this course will enhance your career.

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