MPhil Psychology
Liverpool John Moores University
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We conduct world-leading psychology research. Research is a key priority for the School of Psychology. We collaborate with academics across the world. According to the most recent Research Excellence Framework, 96% of LJMUs psychology, psychiatry and neuroscience research is considered world-leading or internationally important. Staff in the Research Centre for Brain and Behaviour carry out high-quality research in a range of areas such as developmental psychology, human factors, cognition, ...Read more

We conduct world-leading psychology research. Research is a key priority for the School of Psychology. We collaborate with academics across the world. According to the most recent Research Excellence Framework, 96% of LJMU's psychology, psychiatry and neuroscience research is considered world-leading or internationally important. Staff in the Research Centre for Brain and Behaviour carry out high-quality research in a range of areas such as developmental psychology, human factors, cognition, health psychology, consciousness and substance abuse.

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18/279
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Lucy
04 Mar 25

Best is the people and my course. Worst is being very low on..Read more

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Hope
04 Mar 25

I’d say my best experience within uni grounds was the freshers fair in September. There was a lot of stands and there was a ride as well. Honestly it was really fun because i..Read more

Entry requirements

You will need a Masters degree with a research dissertation in a relevant subject. In addition to the specific entry requirements listed, we also welcome applications from those with non-standard qualifications who can demonstrate knowledge, experience, and skills developed in the workplace or other setting relevant to the programme of research.

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£5,006 per year

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£17,750 per year

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MPhil International (Band 1) - Full cost: £17,750; MPhil International (Band 2) - Full cost: £18,250

£17,750 per year

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The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

MPhil International (Band 1) - Full cost: £17,750; MPhil International (Band 2) - Full cost: £18,250

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Lucy
04 Mar 25
MSc Health Psychology
Best is the people and my course. Worst is being very low on...
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Hope
04 Mar 25
Psychology
I’d say my best experience within uni grounds was the freshers fair in September. There was a lot of stands and there was a ride as well. Honestly it was really fun because i...
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Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool John Moores University , Liverpool

Established in 1823, Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is one of the UK's largest and most well-established universities....

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Liverpool John Moores University
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