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MSc Psychology (Conversion)

Course duration: 1 year (part-time options available)Tuition fee: £8,500 (£7,500 with Postgraduate Merit Scholarship)

Key Information

Awarding Body:

Arden University

Delivery:

Online

Intake:

March 2025, October 2025

Study Mode:

Fully online

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Course Overview

The MSc Psychology (Conversion) programme at Arden University, accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), is tailored for individuals seeking to transition into a psychology career or gain advanced knowledge of human behaviour. This online degree provides the foundational skills needed for further training as a professional psychologist and eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). With flexible learning options and robust academic support, students gain the expertise to thrive in various professional settings.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

  • A UK honours degree or equivalent in any subject at 2:2 or above. If in psychology, it must not be BPS accredited.
  • A Third Class UK honours degree in psychology with a completed master’s degree.
  • Applicants without an honours degree must evidence independent research via a final year project or thesis (at undergraduate or master’s level).
  • GCSE Grade C or equivalent in Mathematics.

English Proficiency Requirements: IELTS 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in each component) or equivalent. Applicants with prior studies in English may be exempt.

Modules

  • Research Methods20 credits
  • Social Psychology20 credits
  • Behavioural Neuroscience20 credits
  • Individual Differences and Mental Health20 credits
  • Lifespan Development20 credits
  • Cognitive Psychology20 credits
  • Advanced Research Project60 credits

📍Campus Locations

Online Campus

Anywhere with internet access

💰Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees: £8,500

Scholarship: Eligible UK Online Learning students with a 2:1 undergraduate degree or higher may receive £1,000 off tuition fees.

Funding is available for UK students through Student Finance England, covering up to £12,167 for tuition and living expenses.