Psychology MSc at University of Northampton

Programme overview

This programme is designed for those without an undergraduate degree in Psychology, who have an interest in the subject of Psychology or are looking for a new career in Psychology. The University of Northampton’s Psychology MSc degree has been specifically set up to accommodate students with a strong interest and passion for psychology and who are looking to explore the different options for careers in psychology.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Sport and Behavioural Sciences | Department: Sociology, Psychology and Counselling | Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September | Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This MSc in psychology has been designed to contribute towards achieving the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goal: SDG3 Good Health and Wellbeing. Our MSc Psychology conversion course is designed to equip you with key theoretical perspectives and practical knowledge within some of the core areas of psychology at a Masters level. Modules include Advanced Developmental Psychology, Cognitive and Biological Psychology and Neuroscience, Applied Social and Critical Social Psychology, Dissertation and Research Methods, Individual Differences, Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology, Research Skills.

Career pathways

Successful completion of the MSc psychology conversion course is a recognised pathway into careers within the areas of psychological professional practice and for undertaking further academic qualifications in Psychology, i.e. PhD, Professional Doctorates.

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Application information

Entry requirements

To be considered for this MSc psychology conversion course you must hold a GCSE grade C/4 in Mathematics (domestic equivalencies are not accepted) or an agreed internationally recognised equivalent qualification and you will be required to meet at least one of the below requirements in addition to all mandatory requirements: You should normally hold a higher second class honours degree or above in an internationally recognised undergraduate programme. If you hold a lower-second class honours degree, you may also be considered. Such candidates will normally be asked to produce evidence of academic capability, such as an essay, before being considered for admission. If you have previous educational experience you will be considered for admission to the programme however, recognition of prior learning is limited to a maximum of 60 credits. English language: Minimum standard – IELTS 6.5 overall (or equivalent) with a minimum of 6.5 in each of its components

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 19,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time

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

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