Psychology MPsych
Course Overview - Psychology MPsych
Stand out with a masters-level qualification in advanced psychology, tailored to your chosen career, on this flagship four-year degree.
Active learning
Learn as you practise, applying your knowledge in practical activities within our psychology experiential learning lab, and building experience from the start.
Real-world experience
Apply your skills and knowledge with an optional placement year, or take part in an international exchange year by studying abroad. This builds your confidence and broadens your experience.
Shape your future
Choose f...
Stand out with a masters-level qualification in advanced psychology, tailored to your chosen career, on this flagship four-year degree.<br/><br/>Active learning<br/>Learn as you practise, applying your knowledge in practical activities within our psychology experiential learning lab, and building experience from the start.<br/><br/>Real-world experience<br/>Apply your skills and knowledge with an optional placement year, or take part in an international exchange year by studying abroad. This builds your confidence and broadens your experience.<br/><br/>Shape your future<br/>Choose from a wide range of elective modules to focus on the areas of psychology that inspire you – from neuroscience to behaviour change – and become the psychologist you want to be.<br/><br/>This course is for you if...<br/>- youre intrigued by how thoughts, feelings and motivations shape behaviour<br/><br/><br/>- you want to apply psychological theory through real-world practice<br/><br/><br/>- you seek the freedom to explore areas of psychology that interest you<br/><br/><br/>- you want to gain a competitive edge with advanced, masters level study. <br/>
Course Information
2 options available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C802
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
120
Scottish Higher
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15,P:0
Pass a named Access to HE Diploma with 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 Level 3 credits at Merit or above. Any subjects are considered.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
Any subjects are considered. English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
Any subjects are considered.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
120 UCAS Tariff points including Irish Highers. Any subjects are considered. English and Maths accepted as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
Scottish Advanced Higher
120 UCAS Tariff points including 2 Advanced Highers . Any subjects are considered. English and Maths accepted as GCSE equivalent.
Extended Project
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
A level
120 points from a minimum of three A Levels. Any subjects are considered.
T Level
Merit overall with C or above in core component
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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