MScResearch Methods in Psychology
Study location | United Kingdom, Highfield Campus |
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Type | Master courses, full-time |
Nominal duration | 1 year |
Study language | English |
Awards | MSc |
Tuition fee | To be confirmed |
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Entry qualification | Undergraduate diploma (or higher) First or second class (upper division) honours in research methods in psychology. The entry qualification documents are accepted in any language |
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Language requirements | English IELTS: 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each band) |
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Other requirements | At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. CV |
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Overview
This MSc Research Methods in Psychology (RMP) Master’s programme is designed to equip you with a wide range of methodological skills to enable you to become a successful PhD student or professional researcher in psychology. The programme provides advanced training in a variety of research methods and data analytic techniques. The main aim of this master’s in research methods in psychology is to equip you to conduct research in your chosen field that is of high quality and impact. We have designed a programme in which you apply the skills you are taught to your own research questions. Therefore, in addition to classroom instruction, you will receive structured support as you develop your research questions, plan and execute the research, analyze the data, and prepare reports describing your findings.
Programme structure
All master’s in research methods in psychology students complete eight modules in two semesters (eight months), which cover the theory, practice and context of a wide range of research approaches, using a combination of lectures, workshops, small group discussions, collaborative group research projects, and independent study. Students receive personal guidance and feedback from experts in the methods used and the research topics in which the student wishes to specialise. Assessment on this MSc Research Methods in Psychology programmemis based entirely on substantive pieces of research-related work carried out on in the student’s area(s) of interest. Students taking the MSc then complete a further piece of independent research (four months).
We are currently NOT ACCEPTING applications from NON-EU countries, except Georgia and Serbia.
We are currently NOT ACCEPTING applications from NON-EU countries, except Georgia and Serbia.