The MSc Psychology (Conversion) is for people who have degrees in other subjects (or unaccredited psychology degrees) who wish to obtain Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Why study this course with us?

Teaching on this MSc is course-specific, with classes designed and delivered exclusively for conversion master’s students, rather than shared with undergraduate courses. All classes are held on one day per week, maximising flexibility for working on assignments, and to help maintain your other commitments.

The School of Psychology at Chester has a well-established record of producing high-calibre students. It is equipped with a wide range of psychological equipment for your use. The school is recognised by both past and present students as a friendly place that has the interests of its students at its heart.

Assessment

Assessment is by coursework, including:

• essays
• research reports
• presentations
• posters
• a class tests
• a critique
• a dissertation.

Job prospects

This course is a recognised qualification for GBC with the BPS (requires 50% average). This may enable you to pursue a career in specialist areas of psychology, including Clinical, Forensic, Health, Occupational, Counselling, Educational, or Sport and Exercise Psychology, with a view to becoming a Chartered Psychologist in these areas.