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MSc - Master of Science
University of Oxford
Full Time
OCT-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
University of Oxford
Full Time
OCT-25
1 year
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About the course
The MSc in Psychological Research is a one-year taught master's course. The course provides a broad-based research training programme in psychology, covering theory and methods in core domains of psychology reflecting particular research strengths within the department. Hands-on research training within the core research themes of the department is also provided.
The broad-based research training programme covers.
Assessment
The modules are assessed via written submissions, examinations and presentations. You will complete a research project consisting of a 10,000-word dissertation, submitted at the end of the course.
Graduate destinations
A majority of MSc in Psychological Research students go on to undertake a DPhil (PhD) either within the department or within other departments of the Medical Science Division here at Oxford or at other institutions. Others go on to pursue careers in consultancy and government.
As a minimum, applicants should hold or be predicted to achieve the equivalent of the following UK qualifications or their equivalent: a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in psychology or a related discipline. For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA sought is 3.5 out of 4.0.
Students living in
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£12,540 per year
Students from Domestic
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£38,660 per year
Students from EU
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£38,660 per year
Students from International
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