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Psychology

Overview

Looking to further develop your understanding of biological, cognitive, social, and developmental psychology?

You will be ready for advanced professional training in psychology once you successfully complete our one semester Pre-masters programme.

The MSc Psychology is designed to confer Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS). GBC is the form of professional accreditation that is required for many careers that you will be qualified to specialise in.

Duration

  • One semester

Intakes

  • January
  • May

Fees

  • £9,500

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Degrees Available

Programme Details

Location: UPIC at the University of Plymouth

Intake: January and May

Modules

  • Critical Thinking 

50% Coursework / 50% Exams

To develop a range of critical thinking skills necessary for successful study at postgraduate level. Improve students’ command of English to an appropriate level and enhance their communication skills (written and oral).

  • Interactive Learning Skills and Communication 

50% Coursework / 50% Exams

To develop a range of academic and communicative skills necessary for successful study at postgraduate level.

To develop a range of transferable communicative skills (written and oral) to prepare students for professional life.

To develop independent learning and encourage students to take responsibility for their personal, academic and professional development

Improve their command of English to an appropriate level and enhance their skills in using English in the business context.

  • Research Methods 

100% Coursework

To develop an understanding of research methods and methodologies for postgraduate study.

To develop an understanding of how to plan and undertake effective research at postgraduate level.

Improve their command of English to an appropriate level and enhance their skills in using English.

Full Programme Specification (PDF)

Careers

  • Counselling Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Organisational Psychology

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