MSc Psychology (Conversion) at Aston University

This MSc programme is designed for graduates from other disciplines who want to transition into psychology. You’ll build a comprehensive foundation in psychological theory and research methods, guided by experienced academics, while working towards prestigious British Psychological Society (BPS) accreditation. You'll explore a fascinating subject that aims to understand why people behave in the way that they do by considering the complex interplay between biological, psychological, environmental, cultural and social influences on behaviour.

Faculty: College of Health and Life Sciences  |  Duration: One year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Dissertation stage core modules: Research Project in Psychology.

Career pathways

Our psychology graduates are highly sought after by top employers in the UK with common routes including research careers within universities, local councils, the civil service, NGOs, or market research. This programme will open up opportunities for further training in order to become a practitioner psychologist in any specialist area, for example, health psychology, clinical psychology, occupational psychology, and forensic psychology.

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