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MSc Social and Applied Psychology at University of East Anglia

University of East Anglia, United Kingdom

Programme overview

How are behaviour, attitudes, and decisions shaped by the social world around us? Learn to apply social psychology to real-world challenges on MSc Social and Applied Psychology. How do social norms shape behaviour?

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Psychology  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years full-time with placement year; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time (placement year available)  |  Intake: Entry points: September; next start September 2027  |  Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll gain a deeper understanding of social and applied psychology.

Career pathways

MSc Social and Applied Psychology is an outstanding starting point for wide range of careers such as: PhD Researcher (Social Psychology): Conduct advanced research into social behaviour, identity, and decision-making Behavioural Scientist: Apply psychology to understand and influence real-world behaviour and decision-making UX Researcher: Study user behaviour and experiences to improve digital products and services Policy Advisor: Use research evidence to shape government policy and public programmes Programme Officer (Nonprofit): Support social research and community projects within charities and development organisations

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Application information

Entry requirements

Degree classification Bachelors degree - 2.2 Degree Subject Psychology or related degree (eg. medicine, neuroscience or biological English language: IELTS: 7.0 overall (minimum 6.5 in all components).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time annual tuition fee; part-time fees are charged pro rata Source

International applicants: GBP 25,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time annual tuition fee; part-time fees are charged pro rata Source

Intake: Entry points: September; next start September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years full-time with placement year; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/postgraduate/taught

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