Overview

The MSc in Psychology (Conversion) at the University of St Andrews is a conversion route for students who hold an undergraduate Honours degree in a subject other than psychology and who wish to change their career path to include psychology.

Key facts

The course equips students with the necessary skills to pursue a research degree at MPhil or PhD level in psychology or to go on to a clinical training programme.

Students have access to laboratories in neurophysiology, psychopharmacology, psychophysics, animal learning and cognition, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology and social psychology.

The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society. BPS accreditation is both an important hallmark of quality that is extensively acknowledged by employers in the field, and an essential stepping-stone for students who are looking to progress to become a chartered psychologist after graduation.

Careers

The MSc focuses on psychology as a science rather than as a clinical service, but many graduates pursue careers by obtaining research assistantships at teaching hospitals or other mental health centres or by taking a second Masters degree specialising in mental health.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Assessment in Clinical Psychology

Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience

Evolutionary and Comparative Psychology

Conceptual Issues and Theoretical Perspectives

Developmental Psychology

Perception

Social Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-14 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St Andrews, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2.1 Honours undergraduate degree in a subject other than psychology. If you already possess an undergraduate degree in Psychology, there is a range of other psychology postgraduate programmes. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.

Some knowledge of very basic mathematics is required for understanding the statistical techniques introduced in the programme. In most cases, secondary school algebra is sufficient.

English language proficiency.

personal statement (500 words)

sample of your own, single-authored academic written work (2,000 words)

two original signed academic references

academic transcripts and degree certificates

Tuition Fees

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29990 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

12030 GBP / year

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Living costs

Saint Andrews

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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