Psychology is the scientific study of mind, brain and behaviour. Here at York, we teach psychology as a rigorous experimental biological science.
Our exciting and innovative four year MSci course allows you to engage fully with the theories, perspectives, and methods that are used to study the mind, the brain, and behaviour, while developing your practical, high-level skills in empirical investigation and scientific data analysis. It will equip you with advanced training in research methods, statistics and specialisation in one of three pathways at the forefront of contempo...
Psychology is the scientific study of mind, brain and behaviour. Here at York, we teach psychology as a rigorous experimental biological science.<br/><br/>Our exciting and innovative four year MSci course allows you to engage fully with the theories, perspectives, and methods that are used to study the mind, the brain, and behaviour, while developing your practical, high-level skills in empirical investigation and scientific data analysis. It will equip you with advanced training in research methods, statistics and specialisation in one of three pathways at the forefront of contemporary behavioural science.<br/><br/>These pathways are: <br/>- Clinical Psychology<br/><br/><br/>- Developmental Disorders<br/><br/><br/>- Neuroscience and Neuroimaging<br/><br/><br/>The benefits of the MSci include the opportunity to:<br/>- Learn more about the most up-to-date thinking in key areas of Psychology<br/><br/><br/>- Gain extensive practical experience and knowledge by working closely with members of faculty<br/><br/><br/>- Develop your transferable and interpersonal skills to maximise your employment potential<br/><br/><br/>- Obtain a valuable masters-level qualification<br/><br/><br/>- Enhance your chances when applying for a PhD programme<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
10/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C801
Institution Code
Y50
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherPlease use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. Access to HE DiplomaD:39,M:6 Pass Access to HE Diploma with 39 credits at Distinction including at least 12 in Science-related units and 6 at Merit or higher. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme36 With 6 in Higher Level Science or Mathematics. A second science subject is desirable but is not essential. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Science (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Science equivalent. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaDDD We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Science (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Science equivalent. Scottish Advanced HigherPlease use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,D3 Cambridge Pre-U Science or Mathematics is essential. A second science subject is desirable but is not essential. Extended ProjectA If you achieve A or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)A We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level. A levelA,A,A Essential Subjects: Science (or equivalent) is essential. A second science subject is desirable but is not essential. We include Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, and Psychology as science subjects. T LevelWe consider a range of T Level qualifications, in combination with an A Level in Science (or equivalent qualification). Please contact us to discuss your qualifications. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £31,100 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |