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UCL (University College London): Psychological Sciences
Institution | UCL (University College London) View institution profile |
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Department | Division of Psychology & Language Sciences |
Web | https://www.ucl.ac.uk |
Study type | Taught |
Summary
The MSc Psychological Sciences is a conversion programme designed for students who have not previously taken a psychology degree or only psychology as a joint degree with other subjects. It is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and prepares students who wish to progress to research in psychology or study of applied areas of psychology such as clinical, educational, forensic and occupational/organisational/business psychology.
You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the core areas of psychology including biological psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, individual differences and social psychology and the links between them. You will also study quantitative and qualitative research methods and statistics and undertake your own research project under supervision of one of the wide range of psychology department staff.
Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.
The programme consists of eight core modules (120 credits), and a research dissertation (60 credits).
Upon successful completion of 180 credits, you will be awarded a MSc in Psychological Sciences.
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