Psychology integrated Masters MSci
University of York
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Master of Science - MSci

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Psychology is the scientific study of mind, brain and behaviour. Here at York, we teach psychology as a rigorous experimental biological science.Our exciting and innovative four year MSci course allows you to engage fully with the theories, perspectives, and methods that are used to study the mind, the brain, and behaviour, while developing your practical, high-level skills in empirical investigation and scientific data analysis. It will equip you with advanced training in research methods, ...Read more

Psychology is the scientific study of mind, brain and behaviour. Here at York, we teach psychology as a rigorous experimental biological science.Our exciting and innovative four year MSci course allows you to engage fully with the theories, perspectives, and methods that are used to study the mind, the brain, and behaviour, while developing your practical, high-level skills in empirical investigation and scientific data analysis. It will equip you with advanced training in research methods, statistics and specialisation in one of three pathways at the forefront of contemporary behavioural science.These pathways are: - Clinical Psychology- Developmental Disorders- Neuroscience and NeuroimagingThe benefits of the MSci include the opportunity to:- Learn more about the most up-to-date thinking in key areas of Psychology- Gain extensive practical experience and knowledge by working closely with members of faculty- Develop your transferable and interpersonal skills to maximise your employment potential- Obtain a valuable masters-level qualification- Enhance your chances when applying for a PhD programme

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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49/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
9th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
17th
Psychology (Non-Specific)
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 97 = 3% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
3%
Employment rate
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
91%
Average salary
Average salary
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Psychology (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£19,000
UK Psychology (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Sophie
26 Feb 24

As a research focused department, lecturers are incredibly passionate about what they talk about. The student support is spoken about continually and is very easy to access...Read more

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Saskia
26 Feb 24

Has a good vibe, lots of student societies, in a good city. Could have more accessible mental health..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level:

AAA Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:39,M:6 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,D3,D3 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

36 Grades / Points required

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:

DDD Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD Grades / Points required

T Level:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

A Grades / Points required

Essential Subjects:Science (or equivalent) is essential. A second science subject is desirable but is not essential.We include Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, and Psychology as science subjects.

Pass Access to HE Diploma with 39 credits at Distinction including at least 12 in Science-related units and 6 at Merit or higher.

Cambridge Pre-U Science or Mathematics is essential. A second science subject is desirable but is not essential.

With 6 in Higher Level Science or Mathematics. A second science subject is desirable but is not essential.

We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Science (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Science equivalent.

We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Science (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Science equivalent.

We consider a range of T Level qualifications, in combination with an A Level in Science (or equivalent qualification). Please contact us to discuss your qualifications.

We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.

Popular A-level subjects

Psychology (Non-Specific)

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Psychology
89%
Biology
45%
Mathematics
30%
English Literature
18%
History
17%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£31,100 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£31,100 per year

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Students from International

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£31100 Per year

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Latest reviews

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Sophie
26 Feb 24
Psychology integrated Masters MSci
As a research focused department, lecturers are incredibly passionate about what they talk about. The student support is spoken about continually and is very easy to access....
Read more
S
Saskia
26 Feb 24
Psychology integrated Masters MSci
Has a good vibe, lots of student societies, in a good city. Could have more accessible mental health...
Read more
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University of York
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Nearest train station: Poppleton  2.7 miles away

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