MSc Psychology (Conversion) at Swansea University

The MSc Psychology (Conversion) is for graduates from other fields who want to move into psychology. It confers Graduate Basis for Chartered Status with the British Psychological Society and covers cognitive, social, developmental and biological psychology, individual differences and research methods. It is taught in the School of Psychology at Singleton Park Campus.

Department: School of Psychology  |  Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules: The Process of Psychology, Data Analysis, From Synapses to Society, The Mind and its Development, The Practice of Psychology and Research Process (20 credits each), plus zero-credit academic skills modules and a 60-credit Research Project. Teaching includes a masterclass series with psychological researchers and practitioners.

Career pathways

Graduate Basis for Chartered membership of the BPS allows progression to BPS-accredited postgraduate professional training, a prerequisite for careers in clinical and forensic psychology and other professional psychologist roles. The course also prepares graduates for further study, research and careers across other sectors.

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