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MSc Psychology (Conversion) at University of Sunderland

University of Sunderland, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This master’s course is for graduates from any subject who want to change career and move into psychology. It’s a recognised conversion course that gives you the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society. This is the first essential step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.

Department: Psychology  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Psychology graduates are in demand across a wide range of careers. Whether you want to become a psychologist or use your skills in another field, this course gives you a flexible route forward. You could go into roles such as: Management; Advertising; Marketing; Human resources; Social work; Healthcare; The police or prison service; Teaching.

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Entry requirements

This is a conversion course for students who don't already have the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society. It's not suitable if you already have an honours degree in psychology. To apply, you’ll usually need at least a second class honours degree in any subject.

Intake: September 2026

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

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