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Kingston University: Behavioural Decision Science
Institution | Kingston University View institution profile |
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Department | Psychology, Criminology and Sociology |
Web | www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate |
admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 02033089932 |
Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- Lectures delivered by highly-regarded researchers in the fields of decision-making, thinking and risk.
- Specialist facilities including eye-tracking equipment, a behavioural lab, online research tools and software, an observation suite, and neuropsychological test apparatus.
- Opportunity to undertake a work or research placement project, allowing you to directly apply the knowledge you gain.
**About this course**
Behavioural decision science applies psychological insights into human behaviour to explain how, when, and why people make decisions. This course examines the application of psychology, behavioural science and behavioural economics to policy, intervention and behaviour change in areas such as health, finance, sustainability, sports, economics, politics and consumer behaviour. You will gain a firm basis in the theory and practice of cognitive science and decision-making, exploring research relevant to decision-making, wellbeing and policy-making.
**Example modules**
- Applications of Behavioural Decision Science
- The Psychology of Thinking, Judgement and Decision-Making
- Applications of Psychological Research
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
**Career opportunities**
Graduates work as behavioural scientists, user research executives, behavioural insight consultants, education managers, and research consultants, for organisations such as Simply Business, The Honeycomb Works, BPI Music, Sports England, BP and Lloyds Banking Group as well as other non-profit organisations, local government organisations, and higher education institutions.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | A 2:1 or above honours degree or equivalent in social science, business, or science. Applicants with a lower-second class degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline that have suitable professional/research experience, and/or other relevant qualifications will be considered. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate mathematical competence equivalent to grade C or above at GCSE level. |
Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
EU | 16200 GBP for Year 1 |
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England | 9860 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 9860 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 9860 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 9860 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 16200 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- Lectures delivered by highly-regarded researchers in the fields of decision-making, thinking and risk.
- Specialist facilities including eye-tracking equipment, a behavioural lab, online research tools and software, an observation suite, and neuropsychological test apparatus.
- Opportunity to undertake a work or research placement project, allowing you to directly apply the knowledge you gain.
**About this course**
Behavioural decision science applies psychological insights into human behaviour to explain how, when, and why people make decisions. This course examines the application of psychology, behavioural science and behavioural economics to policy, intervention and behaviour change in areas such as health, finance, sustainability, sports, economics, politics and consumer behaviour. You will gain a firm basis in the theory and practice of cognitive science and decision-making, exploring research relevant to decision-making, wellbeing and policy-making.
**Example modules**
- Applications of Behavioural Decision Science
- The Psychology of Thinking, Judgement and Decision-Making
- Applications of Psychological Research
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
**Career opportunities**
Graduates work as behavioural scientists, user research executives, behavioural insight consultants, education managers, and research consultants, for organisations such as Simply Business, The Honeycomb Works, BPI Music, Sports England, BP and Lloyds Banking Group as well as other non-profit organisations, local government organisations, and higher education institutions.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | A 2:1 or above honours degree or equivalent in social science, business, or science. Applicants with a lower-second class degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline that have suitable professional/research experience, and/or other relevant qualifications will be considered. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate mathematical competence equivalent to grade C or above at GCSE level. |
Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
EU | 8910 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 5423 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 5423 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 5423 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 5423 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 8910 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
– Specialist facilities including eye-tracking equipment, a behavioural lab, online research tools and software, an observation suite, and neuropsychological test apparatus.
– Lectures delivered by highly-regarded researchers in the fields of decision-making, thinking and risk.
– Opportunity to undertake a work or research placement project, allowing you to directly apply the knowledge you gain.
**About this course**
Behavioural decision science applies psychological insights into human behaviour to explain how, when, and why people make decisions.
This course examines the application of psychology, behavioural science and behavioural economics to policy, intervention and behaviour change in areas such as health, finance, sustainability, sports, economics, politics and consumer behaviour.
You will gain a firm basis in the theory and practice of cognitive science and decision-making, exploring research relevant to decision-making, wellbeing and policy-making.
**Example modules**
– Applications of Behavioural Decision Science
– The Psychology of Thinking, Judgement and Decision-Making
– Applications of Psychological Research
**Career opportunities**
Graduates work as behavioural scientists, user research executives, behavioural insight consultants, education managers, and research consultants, for organisations such as Simply Business, The Honeycomb Works, BPI Music, Sports England, BP and Lloyds Banking Group as well as other non-profit organisations, local government organisations, and higher education institutions.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | A 2:1 or above honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. |
Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
EU | 15900 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 9620 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 9620 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 9620 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 9620 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 15900 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
– Specialist facilities including eye-tracking equipment, a behavioural lab, online research tools and software, an observation suite, and neuropsychological test apparatus.
– Lectures delivered by highly-regarded researchers in the fields of decision-making, thinking and risk.
– Opportunity to undertake a work or research placement project, allowing you to directly apply the knowledge you gain.
**About this course**
Behavioural decision science applies psychological insights into human behaviour to explain how, when, and why people make decisions.
This course examines the application of psychology, behavioural science and behavioural economics to policy, intervention and behaviour change in areas such as health, finance, sustainability, sports, economics, politics and consumer behaviour.
You will gain a firm basis in the theory and practice of cognitive science and decision-making, exploring research relevant to decision-making, wellbeing and policy-making.
**Example modules**
– Applications of Behavioural Decision Science
– The Psychology of Thinking, Judgement and Decision-Making
– Applications of Psychological Research
**Career opportunities**
Graduates work as behavioural scientists, user research executives, behavioural insight consultants, education managers, and research consultants, for organisations such as Simply Business, The Honeycomb Works, BPI Music, Sports England, BP and Lloyds Banking Group as well as other non-profit organisations, local government organisations, and higher education institutions.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | A 2:1 or above honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. |
Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
EU | 8690 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 5291 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 5291 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 5291 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 5291 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 8690 GBP for Year 1 |
Kingston University
Overview
A vibrant, modern and supportive University based across four campuses, Kingston offers a wide range of postgraduate taught and research degrees. It offers people from all backgrounds and countries (148 at the last count) the opportunity to make a difference – not only to their own lives, but also to the world around them.
You’ll earn a postgraduate degree with a difference via 118 years of teaching excellence. We will help you to achieve your career goals by putting your academic knowledge into practice, gaining the problem-solving skills and flexibility you need to adapt to the changing …![endif]-->!--[if>
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