Psychological Studies (conversion) MSc

Program Overview

This BPS-accredited conversion MSc in Psychological Studies provides a comprehensive understanding of psychology theory and practice. It allows students to specialize in areas of interest, leading to eligibility for the BPS Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership. Taught by experienced academics, the program offers a variety of teaching methods and prepares graduates for further academic study or professional training in psychology.

Program Outline

Program: Psychological Studies (conversion) MSc

Degree Overview:

• This British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited conversion program provides a broad and critical awareness of psychological theory and practice.
• It gives you the opportunity to focus on aspects of psychology with relevance to your experience and interests.
• Successful completion makes you eligible for BPS Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).

Outline:

• You will take 7 core and 3 optional courses, followed by a research project/dissertation.
• An academic supervisor will advise you on your individual research project.
• The program is taught across two semesters, starting in September.
• The dissertation is assessed by two examiners, one internal and one external to the University.

Teaching:

• You will learn through a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and group work.
• The program is taught by experienced academics who are active researchers in their field.
• Graduates have successfully progressed to further academic study and professional training in the field of psychology.

Other:

• This is a conversion degree for students who have no previous studies in the area of psychology.
• You will have the opportunity of a change in direction, to pursue a career, either academic or professional, in psychology.
• The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all programs as advertised.
In exceptional circumstances, however, the University may withdraw or alter a program.
• The deposit for international and EU applicants is £2000, and the deadline for payment is 4 weeks after the offer is made.
• Home applicants are required to pay a deposit of £700 within 4 weeks of the offer being made.
• The University of Glasgow has a total of 20 PGT Excellence Scholarships available to UK students entering any of the University’s Colleges.

MSc: 12 months full-time Glasgow: Gilmorehill campus MSc: 12 months full-time

UK

Full-time fee: £11130

International & EU

Full-time fee: £30240