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MSc Psychology at Nottingham Trent University

Nottingham Trent University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A BPS-accredited conversion Masters for graduates who have not previously studied Psychology, exploring psychology from cognitive and biological to social and developmental perspectives with specialist areas chosen to suit a career path.

Faculty: School of Social Sciences  |  Department: Department of Psychology  |  Duration: One year full-time; two years part-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Cognitive and Biological Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology, with optional specialist modules and research training.

Career pathways

With Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership secured, graduates can train as professional psychologists (clinical, forensic, educational, occupational, counselling or sport) or pursue academic and research careers.

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Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree (minimum 2:1) or recognised equivalent in a subject other than psychology, or a psychology degree that does not confer eligibility for the BPS Graduate Basis for Registration. A 2:2 is considered if relevant experience, knowledge and ability to study at the required level are shown. No previous study of Psychology is needed for the MSc. For the PG Diploma, applicants need a minimum of 60 credits of Psychology from prior degree-level study. International applicants: English language requirement applies as set out on the university English language requirements page for the subject (no score stated on the course page).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,100 a year (2026/27). MSc full-time; part-time £4,550 for year one Source

International applicants: GBP 18,300 a year (2026/27). MSc full-time; part-time £9,150 for year one Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: One year full-time; two years part-time

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