Psychological Methods MRes
University of Sussex
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Gain a strong grounding in the methods and concepts of psychology and get advanced research training. Study this course if you want to go on to doctoral study in a range of psychology specialisms, or to follow a career in psychological research.You’ll benefit from a two-term research internship taught in our School of Psychology. We are one of the largest psychology units in the UK and offer supervision across a range of topics, encompassed by our research groups in:Biological ...Read more

Gain a strong grounding in the methods and concepts of psychology and get advanced research training. Study this course if you want to go on to doctoral study in a range of psychology specialisms, or to follow a career in psychological research.You’ll benefit from a two-term research internship taught in our School of Psychology. We are one of the largest psychology units in the UK and offer supervision across a range of topics, encompassed by our research groups in:Biological PsychologyClinical PsychologyCognitive PsychologyDevelopmental PsychologySocial Psychology.Pathway to doctoral studyThis course is eligible for ESRC SEDarc funding as part of a Masters+PhD scholarship.

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39/279
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40th
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Karolina
17 Dec 25

Everyone is very welcoming and there’s always something on for..Read more

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Lily
12 Dec 25

I’m not sure. The atmosphere is always great and there’s always loads of stuff to do. I also like the little food stalls in the students union square...Read more

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Entry requirements

Degree requirements - You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements- Your qualification should be in psychology or a closely related subject such as neuroscience. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

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£12,550 per year

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£12,550 per year

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£12,550 per year

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£26,250 per year

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£27,300 per year

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University of Sussex
Sussex House, Falmer Brighton United Kingdom BN1 9RH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Falmer  0.1 miles away

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