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Kingston University: Psychology
| Institution | Kingston University View institution profile |
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| Department | Department of Psychology |
| Web | www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| ukenquiries@kingston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 02035100106 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston - This course confers eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) from the British Psychological Society (BPS). This is the first step towards becoming a chartered psychologist.
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You may gain relevant work experience. Previous students have had placements in nurseries, schools, mental health services, play therapy and charities for people with disabilities.
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Eminent psychologists regularly present their findings.
About this course This course is particularly suitable if you have insufficient credit in psychology from your first degree to meet BPS accreditation criteria. It covers all the key subdisciplines of contemporary psychology and provides extensive training in research skills. You will gain a broad understanding of psychology, learning to critically appraise psychological models, theories and methodologies. Teaching is in small groups and seminars, with practical research exercises and access to high quality laboratories. Through a dissertation, you will research an area of interest. You will also take an optional Level 6 module in one of a variety of psychology specialisms.
Career opportunities Many graduates from this conversion course continue their training and eventually become chartered psychologists. Careers include clinical, forensic, educational and occupational psychology, social work, counselling and teaching.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Kingston University is superbly placed for students to take advantage of London’s many activities and attractions, as well as being close to one of the largest employment centres in the world. Students at Kingston will be able to benefit from award-winning teaching quality during their studies and go onto join a global network of alumni across different industries and sectors upon graduation.
Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies and give you the opportunity to engage with industry experts. You will be taught by lecturers working as professionals in their field of expertise, including many who …
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