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MSc Psychology (Conversion)
Thinking of a career in psychology? Or just want to expand your knowledge in the field? Our MSc Psychology (Conversion) is a great place to start. Specifically designed for non-psychology graduates, this course is a great introduction to critical psychological skills, knowledge and values applied to real world contexts.
Successful completion of this course will allow you to pursue further education in the field of psychology (like a PhD), or enhance your employability in areas such as health, education, management or policing, and beyond. And we're in the process of applying for accreditation from the British Psychological Society (BPS), allowing you to progress to become a Chartered Psychologist after graduation.
Learn practical Psychology principles in the upcoming lab at our Leeds Campus. Equipped with experiment cubicles, an observation suite and VR equipment. Our Lab Technician will be on hand to assist with your experiments. Explore our Psychology Lab virtual tour below.
Applications for this on-campus course are now open for October 2023. You can also study online from June 2023.
International Students: we are no longer accepting applications from people who need a Student Route visa for full-time courses that start before July 2023.
Key Facts
Entry requirements
An undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above in any discipline (or equivalent).
Undergraduate Psychology degrees accredited by the BPS cannot be accepted for this programme.
Entry requirementsStudy online
If you're looking for a more flexible approach to your studies, why not consider our online study option?
Course Details
MSc Psychology (Conversion)
If you’re looking to make the change to psychological study and already have an undergraduate degree in another discipline, then our Master’s in Psychology Conversion course is your place to start.
On completion, you’ll be equipped with core knowledge and understanding of key psychological theories, principles and concepts, that can be applied to everyday life as well as a professional setting. You’ll have also built skills in scientific reasoning, be able to understand the role of evidence and make critical judgements in psychological arguments.
Employability is embedded into this course from the beginning. Our unique Professional Development and Applications of Professional Psychology modules will allow you to explore and prepare for your career while you study.
You’ll graduate with skills such as problem solving, research, communication and self-evaluation – competencies that can be applied to future studies, as well as enhancing your professional skills.
Why study the MSc Psychology (Conversion) with us?
- 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.
- Multiple study options: Choose from full-time and part-time (roughly 2 days per week), study online or at one of our campuses, so you can flex your studies around your lifestyle.
- Award-winning Employability support: From day one to beyond graduation, you’ll have access to 1:1 support from our experienced Employability Service.
- Tutor expertise: Our expert tutors teach with a focus on real world application ensuring you are well prepared for life after your course. You will have the opportunity to explore their research specialisms and unique journeys through the field of Psychology. Get to know our tutors here
Course Structure
Full-time
- Neuroscience of Behaviour
- Cognitive Psychology
- Personality and Individual Differences
- Social and Critical Psychology
- Lifespan Development
- Applications of Professional Psychology
- Professional Development
- Research Methods
- Dissertation
Part-time
Year one
- Social and Critical Psychology
- Research Methods
- Lifespan Development
- Professional Development
Year two
- Neuroscience of Behaviour
- Cognitive Psychology
- Applications of Professional Psychology
- Personality and Individual Differences
- Dissertation
Professional Development Module
A distinctive element of the course is our in-built Employability module, designed with our conversion students in mind. On this module you’ll be guided through identifying industry relevant experiences, building up a professional network, recognising and articulating your strengths and presenting these via your CV, professional applications, interviews and more. By the end of the module candidates will feel confident to approach graduate level employers and further education opportunities.
Course Start Dates
October 2023
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MSc Psychology (Conversion)
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- Part-time: Leeds
February 2024
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MSc Psychology (Conversion)
- Full-time: Leeds
- Part-time: Leeds
June 2024
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MSc Psychology (Conversion)
- Full-time: Leeds
- Part-time: Leeds
Online
Study MSc Psychology (Conversion) Online starting June 2023, October 2023, February 2024 or June 2024
Study Online
You can study this course online starting June 2023. Applications are also open for October 2023 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 tutor support.
If you’re looking for a more flexible approach to your studies, why not consider our online study option?
open daysUpcoming Dates
Jun 6th
Real World Lecture: Does the Law support the LGBTQ+ Community?
Postgraduate and Undergraduate
16:00 - 17:00
Online
Jun 6th
Route Into Legal Practice Seminar (Hong Kong Campus)
Postgraduate and Undergraduate
19:00 - 20:00
Hong Kong
Jun 7th
Postgraduate Law Open Day (Virtual Event)
Postgraduate
17:00 - 19:00
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Course Information
To get a full picture of how studying this course works during the year, take a look at our course date breakdown.
On this course, you’ll sit no exams. Instead, we use a variety of formative and summative assessments designed to meet the overall course and individual module learning outcomes, as well as allow you to demonstrate your knowledge in a variety of innovative formats. Assessment methods will include:
Written assignments
Research proposals
Practical reports
VLog assignments
Presentations
Posters
Education leaflets
- Terms one and two are for taught modules.
- Term three is for the research and writing up of your dissertation.
- In Term three you will also do our Professional Development module, which is non-credit bearing.
Employability We Set You Up For Success
We care about your career, which is why we offer support with job applications and other work experience opportunities as soon as you accept your place.
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Fees and Applying
Applications for this course for October 2023 are now open.
Course fees
2022/23: UK £9,000
2023/24: UK £9,000
2023/24: International £14,500
By studying for a Master's degree you could be eligible for a Student Loans Company Postgraduate Loan of up to £11,570.
See full details of course fees and payment structures on the fees and funding page.
We have students from over 120 different countries throughout our campuses, with a dedicated team to help international students.
If you are an international student and are coming to the UK to study, then you must apply to the Home Office for a visa. In most cases you will need to obtain a Student Route visa. In order to apply for this visa you must be sponsored by an education provider which is licensed by the UK Home Office.
The Home Office has also introduced a Graduate Work visa which allows Graduates to work flexibly, switch jobs and develop their career in the UK for 2 years post completion of a UK degree. The Graduate route is an unsponsored visa, meaning students will not need a job offer to apply for this visa.
Please note that the University does not currently provide visa sponsorship to students for part-time study. We also cannot sponsor students for online courses due to Home Office regulations.
