MSc Psychology (conversion course)

The MSc Psychology at Bournemouth University is a one-year BPS-accredited conversion course that equips students from any undergraduate discipline with the full spectrum of psychological theory and research skills. It prepares you for a career in psychology or for further professional psychology training by covering core areas such as cognition, social behaviour, development, individual differences, and rigorous research methods. Bournemouth University+2intranetsp.bournemouth.ac.uk+2

Curriculum structure:
In the course, students study seven core units over the year, gaining deep insight into both empirical and theoretical psychology. Through Quantitative Research Methods in Psychology and its counterpart qualitative methods, they build expertise in study design, data analysis, and interpretation. Modules in Biological Psychology, Cognition & Language, Personality, Intelligence & Social Psychology, and Developmental & Applied Psychology help students develop a broad and integrated understanding of how the brain, mind and behaviour interact across different contexts. Finally, the Dissertation (MSc Psychology Project) gives learners the opportunity to plan, conduct, and present an original piece of psychological research. 

Focus areas:
“research methodology; cognition; development; individual differences; biological and social psychology”

Learning outcomes:
“acquire a comprehensive foundation in psychological theory, master advanced quantitative and qualitative research methods, design and complete an original research project, and qualify for the BPS Graduate Basis for Chartership.”

Professional alignment (accreditation):
The programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and grants eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). 

Reputation (employability):
Bournemouth University has strong postgraduate psychology teaching; graduates are well-placed to move into professional or doctoral-level psychology roles.