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APPLICATIONS OF PSYCHOLOGY
MSc
For those eager to expand and apply their knowledge of psychology further, this course is ideal. It provides appropriate progression toward vocational psychology roles, which increasingly require doctorate training. Gaining the applied experience and knowledge this course offers can help students gain a place on doctorate programmes by better equipping them to compete for a place.
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There are five mandatory core modules which include Educational Psychology, Clinical Applications in Psychology and Assessment, Psychology Placement, Research Design and Analysis, and Self-Directed Research. Optional modules provide the opportunity to identify a specialism which include (subject to staffing) Health Psychology and Forensic Psychology.
It is a requirement to have a Bachelors (Hons) degree in Psychology for this programme, however, if you have a degree in another discipline but are looking to make a career change into Psychology, you can apply to undertake a Graduate Conversion Course in Psychology accredited by the British Psychological Society.
Visit www.bps.org.uk/bps-qualifications to view the accredited courses available.
Duration
One year full-time, two or three years part-time
Entry requirements
Hold a Bachelors (Hons) degree in Psychology at 2:1 or above, which confers eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Status with the British Psychological Society (BPS)
Those with a 2:2 or who are not BPS Accredited are advised to contact the Course Leader before applying
GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and maths (or equivalent)
Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply
Duration
One year full-time, two years part-time
Entry requirements
Hold a Bachelors (Hons) degree at 2:2 or equivalent
On completion, it is possible for graduates to fast track to management with employers such as a local authority, national and international charities, state and independent schools or nurseries, and health authorities. It is also possible to continue further research or work internationally
Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply
