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University of Southampton: Social Psychology

Institution University of Southampton View institution profile
Department Psychology
Web www.southampton.ac.uk/postgraduate
Email admissions@soton.ac.uk
Telephone 023 8059 4732
Study type Taught

Summary

This MSc Psychology pathway is ideal if you have a strong interest in social psychology. You'll learn advanced research skills and techniques. You'll also have the opportunity to carry out both a research apprenticeship and a dissertation with mentorship from a social psychologist.

You'll study a variety of research methods using tools including the statistical software package R.

You'll explore developments in the field and gain in-depth knowledge of specific psychology topics, issues and methods.

The degree will teach you how to:

  • relate and apply your research to psychological issues

  • analyse and communicate complex ideas

  • creatively plan and manage projects

Our globally recognised researchers at the School of Psychology will support you in your learning. During your apprenticeship you'll work alongside them to get practical experience carrying out ongoing departmental research. You'll learn how to conduct studies, describe your findings and write up the results.

When you successfully complete this master's in social psychology you'll be ideally placed for a PhD in cognitive psychology or for a career in data science.

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