Psychology MSc

Broaden Your Mind With Northumbria University

Postgraduate | 2 years distance learning | January, April, July and October intakes

Discover the power of the human mind with our Psychology MSc.
Whether you’re looking to change direction and start a career in the
industry, or you’re eager to benefit from a stronger understanding
of how people think, act and feel, our course will help you to unlock
your potential.

Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), this conversion

course will ensure you develop the core knowledge of psychology
needed by the BPS for Graduate Membership – the first essential
milestone on your journey towards a future as a chartered psychologist.

We’ve designed our Masters to be flexible. You can complete

the course in around two years or take longer if you need to. Plus,
you’ll be free to study whenever and wherever you want, while still having
access to our great teaching and online research facilities. This is your
Psychology course, your way.
Course MODULES

overview
Our course is divided into
six 20-credit modules plus
a 60-credit MSc Thesis.
Delivered through a flexible
carousel structure, you will
have the opportunity to study
You’ll join our Department of Psychology, dedicated to making an all of the below over the
impact on real-world challenges. Our team of academics make up duration of your course:
a thriving, research active community; we’re in the UK top 20 for
our outstanding reach and significance of psychology research Carousel One
impact (REF, 2014) and we’ve delivered more than £5 million of Biology and Social Psychology
externally funded research in the last five years. All of our staff
have extensive industry experience too. This combination will Cognitive and Developmental
provide the perfect foundation for your learning. Psychology

Throughout the course, you will: Psychological Data Analysis

Develop a comprehensive knowledge of biological, Carousel Two

1 developmental and social psychology. Psychological Research
Experience
Gain a critical approach to analysing qualitative and
2 quantitative data, which will empower you to make Individual Differences
better-informed decisions – one of the most important
aspects of leadership. Research Philosophies
and Planning
Develop transferable Masters level research capabilities,
3 learning how knowledge is developed through research Carousel Three
and how to design and carry out research studies using MSc Thesis
a range of methodologies. This will culminate in the
production of a thesis at the end of your course. For more information about
how our carousel works,
After graduation, you’ll have the qualification you need to take please speak to a member
the next step towards the psychology career of your choice, of our Enrolment Team.
whether that’s enrolling on a specialist Masters, doctoral or
research programme. Alternatively, you’ll be able to apply your
new skills to your role in another industry, enhancing your
performance and your potential.

We also offer students the

opportunity to exit early with
a PG Cert (for those who have
completed 60 credits) or PG Dip
(for those who have completed
120 credits) in Psychology.

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Your distance learning experience APPLICATION PROCESS
We’ve designed this Masters in partnership with online experts to
make sure you get the most flexible, most engaging experience Applying for our Masters is
possible. As a distance learner, you’ll be free to study your course easy and quick, and a personal
your way, while still benefiting from our excellent teaching and Enrolment Advisor will be with
research. The recommended study time for the course is 15 hours a you at every step.
week.
During the process, you’ll need
You’ll access your learning through our eLearning portal, Blackboard to upload a number of
Ultra. This offers 24/7 access to an extensive range of online important documents onto our
learning materials (from online readings to videos), in-course online applicant portal:
communication tools (including discussion forums) and advice and
support services. You’ll also have access to over half a million books  copy of your degree
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and e-books through our online University Library Service. certificate or transcript (if this
was awarded in a language
For each module, you will have a number of assessments and tasks. other than English, you’ll
The format of these may vary. However, you will complete all of need an official translation
them through Blackboard Ultra. too)

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You’ll be part of a supportive, engaging online community. licence, passport or other
During each module, you’ll participate in interactive seminars with proof of identity
tutors, group tasks with other students and more. You’ll even have
a personal Student Success Advisor on hand to support you  500 word personal
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from day one through to graduation. Whether you need pastoral statement (this could cover
guidance, help with assessments or advice about fees, they will why you wish to do the
be with you at every step. course, what you think you
could bring to it and why
Entry requirements you would like to study with
To be eligible for this course, you should have a minimum of Northumbria University)
a 2:2 honours degree or an international equivalent.
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International applicants are required to have an overall IELTS Language proficiency, such
(Academic) score of 6.5, with 6 in each component or an approved as an IELTS certificate or
equivalent. A list of qualifications the University accepts in place of equivalent, if English is your
IELTS can be found on our website. second language.

If you don’t meet the requirements above but can demonstrate

considerable professional experience, you may still be eligible. FIND OUT MORE
For more information about our entry requirements, contact our
If you have any questions, please
Enrolment Team.
get in touch with our Enrolment
Finances Team on 0191 276 4874 or
at DLstudentenquiries@
The full course fee for 2019/2020 is £6,990* for UK, EU and northumbria.ac.uk
International students, which you will be able to pay in modular
instalments. For more information about this, or any financial More information on the course,
support you may be entitled to, contact our Enrolment Team. including the full module
descriptions, can also be found
at www.northumbria.ac.uk/
course/dtdppy6

*Please note, fees may be subject to change in subsequent academic years. There should be no additional fees
relating to your studies. However, you should consider the costs of any extra activities, such as societies you
may wish to join,when planning your finances.

T: 0191 276 4874

E: DLstudentenquiries@northumbria.ac.uk
W: northumbria.ac.uk/course/dtdppy6