MSc in Psychology (Conversion) (Distance Learning)
University of Roehampton
Key Information
Campus location
London, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
1 - 3 year
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
GBP 9,250 *
Application deadline
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* for full time UK students, for EU and International £14,758 (full-time)
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Introduction
Study online to convert your existing bachelor's degree into a Masters in Psychology and take your first step toward a career as a psychologist.
On this MSc, you'll learn the scientific underpinnings of the discipline of psychology across a range of key areas, including social, developmental, cognitive and biological psychology. You’ll learn to critically evaluate psychological theory and research, as well as training in quantitative and qualitative research methods. You'll have access to an online learning environment, including real-time (live) interactions with staff and other students online.
The programme is designed with a flexible framework to ensure you can study in your own space, with both full-time (studying for 1 calendar year) and part-time (across 2 or 3 years) options available. Both provide a clear learning structure: live online interactive classes primarily in the evening (currently two evenings, 6pm - 9pm UK time, per week during the Autumn and Spring semesters) and structured online learning (which includes recorded classes, participating in forum discussions and practice tests). Part-time students have a break from real-time classes approximately every third week. A year-long research project is taken with the guidance of a specialist supervisor leading to the submission of the MSc Dissertation.
In total, for each week during the taught semesters studying full-time, there are 6 hours of real-time classes and 6 hours of structured online learning, and an expected 23 hours of independent study and assessment preparation. The third semester will be dedicated to finalising the dissertation with a time commitment of around 35 hours of independent study. Thus, the full-time programme requires an average commitment of 35 hours over 52 weeks. Part-time study options, over 2 or 3 years, are also available.
The teaching of research methods is embedded in most modules, to give you a strong contextual understanding and the ability to apply methods to different, real-life contexts. You’ll learn a range of research skills and methods, to allow you to investigate the behaviour and independently conduct psychological research as an integral part of applied psychology.
As a distance learner, you will have support from the School of Psychology through regular contact with your module convenors, access to specialist services and a wide range of e-books and research journals at the University Library. You’ll also learn from enthusiastic and dedicated tutors, who are also practitioners and involved in the latest research. You are also welcome to visit our campus in London and benefit from our world-class library and specialist research equipment (including EEG and an fMRI scanner). You can find out more about our specialist facilities here.
The learning, teaching and assessment structure of the programme is designed to give you multiple opportunities to practice and demonstrate skills through authentic assessment tasks, e.g. practical reports which simulate the skills required of professional psychologists and researchers.
As this programme is accredited by The British Psychological Society (BPS), when you graduate you will be able to gain Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) which will allow you to pursue other professional psychology postgraduate programmes, and take the next step towards a career as a chartered psychologist.
This master's can also be studied on-campus.
Why this course
- This programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and covers the core content you need to apply for Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC).
- A study from anywhere in the world at times that suit you.
- We provide a supportive learning environment and regular opportunities to talk to your module tutors.
- Flexibility to study 1 year full-time or 2/3 years part-time to fit around other commitments.
- Learn from the real-life experiences of our expert staff and guest speakers who include leading psychologists.
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Curriculum
Modules
Level 7
Compulsory modules
- Historical and Conceptual Issues in Psychology
- Making Sense of the World
- Self and Identity
- Understanding Relationships
- Topics in Mental Health
- Applying Psychology
Dissertation module
- Dissertation
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Career Options
This programme is predominantly directed at students who wish to embark on a career as a chartered psychologist in the UK through further professional study that requires Graduate Basis for Chartership with the BPS. It is also an exciting opportunity for those who seek a career change, require psychological knowledge for career advancement or have a general interest in psychology as a discipline.
This programme reflects the needs of a dynamic, future-orientated job market and will teach you a range of skills including effective communication, reflective and critical thinking, creativity, data analysis, and interpersonal sensitivity and awareness.
The strong focus on applying psychological knowledge to benefit individuals in real-life contexts, as well as developing knowledge and judgement of ethical principles, will prepare you for employment in a range of different industries.
English Language Requirements
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