Politics and Psychology MA (Hons) at University of Dundee

Programme overview

A joint MA combining politics, covering the British political system and complex global problems, with psychology, the scientific study of mind and behaviour. It is accredited by the British Psychological Society.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences | Duration: 4 or 3 years | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Politics options include Russian, Irish and Middle Eastern politics, nations and nationalism, political theories, and human rights. Psychology covers how babies learn, changes in mental skills with age, personality, social group dynamics and psychological disorders, and students plan and analyse their own research project.

Career pathways

BPS accreditation gives eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with a 2.2 or higher.

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Entry requirements

Level 1 entry (four-year route): A-level CCC (widening access CCD); BTEC relevant Extended Diploma MMM; Scottish Highers BBBC (widening access BBCC); HNC with C in the Graded Unit and 96 SCQF credits; IB Diploma 28 points including 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level. Level 2 entry (three-year route): A-level BBC; BTEC Extended Diploma DMM; Advanced Higher BB plus Higher BB; HNC with B in the Graded Unit and 120 SCQF credits; IB Diploma 30 points including 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level. International applicants: IELTS Academic overall 6.0 (writing 6.0; listening, reading and speaking 5.5 each).

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 or 3 years

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