Psychology (Conversion) MSc

1 Years On Campus Masters Program

St Marys University Twickenham

Program Overview

The MSc Psychology (Conversion) at St Mary’s University, Twickenham provides a fully BPS-accredited route to the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), designed for students without an undergraduate psychology degree. The programme covers core psychological disciplines, research methods, and historical/conceptual foundations—all through flexible online study.

Curriculum Structure

Students begin with Conceptual & Historical Issues in Psychology, where they explore the philosophical roots of the field, landmark debates, and developmental ideas. Throughout the year, Developmental Psychology, Biological Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Social Psychology, and Individual Differences help them build a rounded understanding of human behaviour, personality, cognition, and social contexts. Parallel to these, the Research Methods modules (qualitative and quantitative) provide training in designing studies, collecting data, and analysing results using robust scientific methodology. The programme concludes with a Research Project, an independent empirical dissertation where students apply what they’ve learned to investigate a psychological question of their choice.

Focus areas (string):
“Developmental, biological, cognitive, social, and individual-difference psychology; conceptual foundations; mixed-method research; empirical project”

Learning outcomes (in a string):
“Comprehensive mastery of core psychological domains; proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative research methods; ability to independently design and execute empirical research; eligibility for BPS Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership.”

Professional alignment (accreditation):
Fully accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) for GBC.

Reputation (employability rankings):
St Mary’s emphasises a supportive, student-focused environment and offers a well-regarded, flexible conversion route that equips graduates for roles in health, education, business, or further training.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Students gain practical research skills through hands-on experiments in St Mary's psychology labs, utilising equipment for psychophysiology and cognitive testing. This applied learning is central to the curriculum, with key experiential components including:

Software: Training in SPSS for statistical analysis and experiment-building tools.
Research Project: Conducting a substantial independent dissertation using the department's lab facilities.
Laboratories: Access to specialist equipment for biometric measurement and cognitive tasks.
Group Work: Collaborative research design and presentation tasks to develop team-based scientific skills.
Professional Development: Curriculum designed to provide the British Psychological Society (BPS) Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Psychology (Conversion) at St Mary’s University, London, gain comprehensive psychological knowledge and essential research skills, enabling them to pursue roles such as clinical psychology trainee, mental health practitioner, educational psychologist trainee, and HR or organisational consultant:

The university’s Careers and Employability Service provides tailored support through CV workshops, interview skills coaching, and employer networking.
The program is British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited, granting eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), a key step toward professional psychology training.
Approximately 97% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months, with potential salaries varying by sector but competitive in psychology and allied fields.
Collaborative partnerships with NHS trusts, mental health charities, and educational services offer real-world placement and research opportunities.
Graduates develop critical analysis, applied psychology knowledge, and quantitative research skills valued across health, education, and social sectors.

Further Academic Progression: Graduates can advance to doctoral training in clinical, educational, forensic, or occupational psychology or pursue PhD research to specialise further in psychology fields.

Additional Information & Requirements

All applicants must hold a Lower Second Class (2:2) - or equivalent - undergraduate degree-level qualification.

You must also hold a minimum grade of C/4 in GCSE-level mathematics and English (or equivalent).

Applicants that pass the initial assessment stage will be invited to interview.

India- Indian degree with minimum 55%

USA- US degree (GPA out of 4.0) : 2.7

IELTS score of 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any section.

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