MSc Psychology (Conversion) at University College Birmingham

Programme overview

Then our new MSc Psychology (Conversion) course is for you, with its contemporary curriculum and the diverse application of psychology to the modern world. If you have an undergraduate degree and now want to build on your academic skillsin an area more fitting to your current interests and future goals, our MSc Psychology (Conversion) course is accredited as meeting British Psychological Society (BPS) standards and can help you take that next step to your dream career.

Department: Department of Psychology | Duration: 1 year FT / 18 months PT | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Brain, Mind and Behaviour, Personality and Individual Differences, MSc Quantitative Research Methods, MSc Qualitative Research Methods, Social and Community Psychology, Lifespan Psychology, MSc Psychology Dissertation (60 credits).

Career pathways

Career routes include psychotherapist, counsellor, clinical psychologist, further education teacher, social worker and forensic psychologist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must have an honours degree (2:2 or above) in a non-psychology subject Applicants will be required to attend an interview for this course Applications from candidates with relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis. Each application will be considered on its merits and the final decision will be made by the programme leader English and maths GCSEs at grade C/grade 4 or above (or equivalent). Non-standard entry applicants will be considered on their merits. Evidence of qualification must be submitted Applicants must supply a full transcript and two academic references at the point of application Applicants must have an honours degree (2:2 or above) in a non-psychology subject Applications from candidates with relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis. Each application will be considered on its merits and the final decision will be made by programme leader IELTS or equivalent*: •IELTS or equivalent*: 6.5 English and maths GCSEs at grade C/grade 4 or above (or equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,500 a year (2026/27). UK/home full-time tuition; part-time £4,750 per year Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). International full-time tuition; placement-year administration fee (£500 full year / £250 half year) not included Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year FT / 18 months PT

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/university/postgraduate/how-to-apply/

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