MSc in Psychology
Open University
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This masters degree provides a valuable opportunity to gain an advanced understanding of a range of areas in psychology, including cognitive, social, forensic and counselling psychology. Youll develop critical appraisal skills in the evaluation of psychological research and practice. You will also gain an understanding of the reciprocal relationship psychological research has with medicine, public policy, public opinion and the media. Completing this rigorous masters degree will enable you to ...Read more

This masters degree provides a valuable opportunity to gain an advanced understanding of a range of areas in psychology, including cognitive, social, forensic and counselling psychology. You'll develop critical appraisal skills in the evaluation of psychological research and practice. You will also gain an understanding of the reciprocal relationship psychological research has with medicine, public policy, public opinion and the media. Completing this rigorous masters degree will enable you to source, select and review psychological research independently, evaluate its relevance for complex real life issues, assess its validity, and clearly communicate your findings to a range of different audiences.

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Ilona
26 Oct 23

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Sarah
27 Feb 23

The best aspect is studying online and independently as I can fit it around my work and family. As a mature student with young children this is really important. I also enjoy the..Read more

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Entry requirements

You must hold a UK honours degree (2:2 at least) or equivalent to be accepted for the MSc in Psychology. Whilst your first degree can be in a different subject to psychology, you must have the skills expected of a social sciences graduate.

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Fee: £7,915. The total cost of your qualification depends on the modules you choose to study. With us, you pay for your modules as you study them rather than the whole qualification up front.

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Fee: £11,880. The total cost you pay for your qualification is dependent on the modules you choose to study. With us, you pay for your modules as you study them, rather than the whole qualification up front.

Students from International

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Fee: £11,880. The total cost you pay for your qualification is dependent on the modules you choose to study. With us, you pay for your modules as you study them, rather than the whole qualification up front.

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The best aspect is studying online and independently as I can fit it around my work and family. As a mature student with young children this is really important. I also enjoy the...
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Nearest train station: Peartree  1.4 miles away

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