Applied Psychology (MSc)
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
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This MSc programme will encourage students to develop a greater awareness of the role that Psychology can play in understanding and tackling a range of real world issues.Taught by research-active staff with expertise in applied health and social psychology, the programme will explore how we can understand cutting edge issues such as health promotion, mental health, behaviour change, prejudice, and intergroup conflict. The applied focus will encourage you to critically consider how we can ...Read more

This MSc programme will encourage students to develop a greater awareness of the role that Psychology can play in understanding and tackling a range of real world issues.

Taught by research-active staff with expertise in applied health and social psychology, the programme will explore how we can understand cutting edge issues such as health promotion, mental health, behaviour change, prejudice, and intergroup conflict. The applied focus will encourage you to critically consider how we can intervene to improve individual, organisational and societal health and social functioning.

The programme is focused on developing a range of research and professional skills which can be applied to a broad range of specialisms within and beyond Psychology. It will also develop your ability to critically reflect on your own professional challenges and development needs for working in the field of applied psychology.

What you will learn

This course explores how psychology can be applied to a range of exciting and topical real-world issues, with specific course content reflecting current cutting edge issues. Part One of the MSc consists of taught modules, leading then to the Part Two independent research project for the Applied Research Dissertation, where students will engage in an in-depth research project with supervision from an academic staff member with expertise in that area.

The programme is focused on developing a range of research and professional skills which can be applied to a broad range of specialisms within and beyond Psychology. You will be challenged to become critical thinkers, developing the skillset and knowledge to be able to understand how to influence policy, work with community groups, and engage with individuals. A strong focus is on the development of a range of interpersonal and communication skills to enable you to confidently engage with professionals, colleagues and the general population in areas relating to the application of psychology to everyday life. You will be supported through the programme by a structured Personal Development Planning and mentoring process.

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WUSCA ranking:
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88/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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103rd
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117th
What students say
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Samantha
15 Dec 22

Compared to other campuses I don’t feel there are a lot of facilities or things to do for students other than study. However the support from lecturers and all staff is fantastic..Read more

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Bethan
15 Dec 22

Best are how easily accessible the lecturers are and how willing they are to give you their time to go over things and help Worst is lack of student social..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

This programme is open to individuals with a background in Psychology. Entry criteria is a 2.1 honours degree, or a good 2.2 honours degree (including research dissertation).  Whilst we may consider applications from those with a background in a closely related area, due to the nature of this programme this would depend upon an assessment of academic writing and psychological research skills.

Tuition fees

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£7,800 per year

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£15,000 per year

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£15,000 per year

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Samantha
15 Dec 22
Applied Psychology (MSc)
Compared to other campuses I don’t feel there are a lot of facilities or things to do for students other than study. However the support from lecturers and all staff is fantastic...
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Bethan
15 Dec 22
Applied Psychology (MSc)
Best are how easily accessible the lecturers are and how willing they are to give you their time to go over things and help Worst is lack of student social...
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University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Technium 1 Kings Road Swansea SA1 8PH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  0.3 miles away

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