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MSc Psychological Research Methods at University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Training in psychological research methods including experimental and qualitative methods, multivariate statistics, machine learning and systematic review, with a research project in cognitive, developmental, social or clinical psychology.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: School of Psychology  |  Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Intermediate Multivariate Statistics for Psychology, Current Issues in Psychological Research, Professional Skills for Psychologists, Systematically Reviewing Psychological Research and a Research Project in Psychology.

Career pathways

Academia and professional research roles.

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Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in Psychology (including Experimental, Quantitative or with Research Methods) with at least one research methods, statistics or experimental design module. IELTS 6.5 overall (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent for international applicants. No references or supporting statement are required.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

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