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MSc

Psychology Conversion

Duration
1 year
Start
September 2025
Delivery
In-person

Looking for a change of career? If your goal is to become a professional Psychologist, but you studied another subject at degree level, then our MSc Psychology Conversion course offers you a flexible route towards the career you’re looking for. You’ll get to explore the full breadth of psychology and tailor your studies to your interests and career goals.

Why study with us

  • This is a flexible route for non-psychology graduates into further postgraduate training to become a professional psychologist.
  • You will receive Student Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) as part of your course fees. This entitles you to access the member areas of the BPS website, careers resources, discounts on publications and receive their monthly magazine, providing you with an understanding of the latest developments within Psychology.
  • You’ll gain an accredited psychology qualification that confers Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS). Then, following further postgraduate training, you could become eligible for Chartered Membership (CPsychol).
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I wanted to reach a wider population to support the increasing number of people with mental health concerns but knew I needed additional qualifications to do this. I love my new career and the difference I am making to people’s lives.
MSc Psychology Conversion graduate Sarah Smith-Sergeant
Sarah Smith-Sergeant
MSc Psychology Conversion graduate
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What you'll do

  • You will undertake an in-depth individual research project. This will enable you to further explore your own interests in psychology and tailor your course to reflect your career aspirations.
  • You could opt to study clinical psychology, forensic psychology, the psychology of health and elite sporting performance, child psychology, and much more.
  • You’ll attend timetabled classes at the University one day a week and arrange the remaining study time in a way that suits you. You can study part-time, usually over two years, but it's possible to study full-time in one year.

Modules

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.

Looking to start your postgraduate journey?

Our range of subjects and study modes can support your goals. Take your next step with a postgraduate degree.

How to apply
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The best thing about doing the conversion course is that it’s opened so many doors for my career. I have secured a new job in the private sector, supporting children with severe autism.
Jenny Crompton
Jenny Crompton
Psychology Conversion, MSc

Academic expertise

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Dr Emma Threadgold
Senior Lecturer
Dr Cath Sullivan
Senior Lecturer
Dr Reyhan Furman
Senior Lecturer in Developmental Cognition
Dr Cristina Fodarella
Lecturer in Psychology
Dr Andy Morley
Subject Lead, Psychology and Neuroscience
Dr Paul Taylor
Senior Lecturer
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Dr Jo Bryce
Senior Lecturer

Accreditations

We have excellent links with professional psychologists working in applied psychology practice in a number of areas, such as health, forensic and sport. Through these connections, you will gain insights into the application of psychology in a wide range of settings.  

Future careers

Successful completion of this course allows you to apply for further professional training in psychology. Depending on your career aspirations, you could opt to focus on specialist areas such as clinical psychology, health psychology, forensic psychology, child psychology or sport psychology.  

Entry requirements

  • Applicants should have a minimum of an upper second class honours degree or equivalent in a subject that does not confer Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Applicants with a lower second class honours degree will be considered on an individual basis

Not got the grades?

Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.

Find out more about our courses with a foundation year.

Fees and funding

2024/25
UK
Full-time£9,000 per year
Part-time£1,000 per 20 credits
International
Full-time£16,900 per year
2025/26
UK
Full-time£9,450 per year
Part-time£1,050 per 20 credits
International
Full-time£17,900 per year

Scholarships and bursaries

We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.

Select your country to see eligibility information and how to apply by selecting more info on the cards below.

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This course is delivered by the School of Psychology and Humanities

For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information

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