MSc Behavioural Science at University of Stirling

Programme overview

MSc Behavioural Science is an on-campus Masters giving a broad overview of psychology, behavioural economics and statistics for using behavioural insights to understand and change behaviour; no previous experience in the field is needed.

Duration: MSc full-time: 12 months; MSc part-time: 24 or 36 months | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Behavioural science theories and methods, analysis of experimental and survey data with R and regression models, and designing behavioural experiments. Full-time study is two 15-week semesters of taught modules plus a three-month dissertation, with the Flying Start Leadership Programme module.

Career pathways

Graduates work in behavioural insights teams, national governments, regulatory bodies, large corporations, charities and consultancies as behavioural scientists, economists and insights professionals, or progress to PhDs.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent; applicants without these but with significant relevant work or life experience are encouraged to apply. English language for international applicants: IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill; PTE Academic 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill; TOEFL iBT (exams before 21 January 2026) 80 overall with 18 reading, 17 writing, 17 listening, 20 speaking.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,050 a year (2026/27). Students from the UK and Republic of Ireland; part time rate Source

International applicants: GBP 10,900 a year (2026/27). International (including EU) students; part time rate Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: MSc full-time: 12 months; MSc part-time: 24 or 36 months

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