Psychology MA (Hons) at University of Dundee

Programme overview

Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behaviour, covering topics such as how babies learn, mental skills over the lifespan, eye-witness testimony, personality, stereotypes, psychological disorders and neurodivergence. The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society.

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

What you will study

Years 1 and 2 combine psychology with other subjects such as English, philosophy and politics. Years 3 and 4 are psychology only, including optional modules and a final-year dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates can follow paths including education, social work, human resources, marketing, data analysis and policing, and BPS accreditation gives eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with a 2.2 or higher.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Level 1 entry (four-year route): A-level CCC (widening access CCD) with no essential subjects; BTEC relevant Extended Diploma MMM; Scottish Highers BBBC (widening access BBCC) with no essential subjects; 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 including A-level Psychology; BTEC Extended Diploma DMM; Advanced Higher BB plus Higher BB including Advanced Higher Psychology; HNC with B in the Graded Unit and 120 SCQF credits; IB Diploma 30 points including 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level including psychology. 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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