MSc Psychology (accredited conversion course) at University of Stirling

Programme overview

The MSc Psychology (accredited conversion course) is an intensive Masters for graduates of other subjects who want to enter psychology careers, covering biological and social aspects of psychology with practical research skills. Completion confers Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society.

Duration: 12 months full-time and 24 months part-time (September start); 20 months full-time (January start) | Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028 | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course includes a four-week placement in a relevant work or research setting and a six-month research project on a psychology topic. Teaching is through lectures, tutorials, demonstrations, practical classes and one-to-one supervision.

Career pathways

Clinical and health psychology, educational psychology and teaching, occupational psychology, mental health therapy and health and wellbeing psychotherapy, with further BPS training towards Chartered Psychologist status.

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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/life experience are encouraged to apply. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill; Pearson Test of English (Academic) 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill; TOEFL exams taken before 21 January 2026: 80 overall with 18 in reading, 17 in writing, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking; TOEFL exams taken from 21 January 2026: 4 overall with no less than 4 in any band.

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

International applicants: GBP 12,150 a year (2026/27). International (including EU) students; part time rate Source

Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028

Duration: 12 months full-time and 24 months part-time (September start); 20 months full-time (January start)

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