MPhil Applied Psychology at University of Essex

Programme overview

MPhil Applied Psychology offers the opportunity to undertake research in an applied psychological context, such as schools, hospitals, outdoor activities, community groups and occupational settings. It can be taken before a PhD to develop research skills.

Department: School of Health and Social Care | Duration: 2 to 3 years full-time (2 years full-time or 4 years part-time) | Intake: October 2027 | Study mode: full-time; part-time | Location: Colchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Supervised research with access to Masters-level research methods modules and the University's Proficio research training scheme; the School works with its Service User Reference Group.

Career pathways

Graduates have taken clinical and management posts in NHS trusts, hospitals and care organisations, and in local and county councils.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Masters degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline such as a health science or a social science, or evidence of advanced research skills developed through another route, plus a well-developed research proposal. Applicants are normally interviewed (in person or online), and acceptance is subject to research expertise in the department. English language (international applicants): IELTS 6.5 overall or equivalent.

International applicants: GBP 21,675 a year. Fee stated per year; fees increase for each academic year of study. Academic year not labelled. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 2 to 3 years full-time (2 years full-time or 4 years part-time)

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