MSc in Psychology

NA On Campus Masters Program

The University of Northampton

Program Overview

The MSc Psychology at the University of Northampton is a BPS-accredited conversion programme for students without a psychology degree. It offers core training in psychological theory, research methods, and applied practice to help students build a pathway into professional or academic psychology.

Curriculum Structure:
Students study key modules such as Research Skills, Advanced Developmental Psychology, Cognitive & Biological Psychology & Neuroscience, Applied Social & Critical Social Psychology, and Individual Differences. They also take Conceptual & Historical Issues in Psychology before completing a Dissertation & Research Methods project.

Focus areas: “Developmental, cognitive, social, and biological psychology; research design; individual differences; critical theory.”
Learning outcomes: “Master psychological theory and research, understand human variation, and conduct independent empirical studies.”
Professional alignment: Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).
Reputation: Ranked 61/279 for student satisfaction in postgraduate psychology by WhatUni.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Students develop practical research skills through hands-on laboratory work and a major research project. They have access to the Psychology Department's specialist facilities including EEG and eye-tracking equipment. The programme's experiential components include:

Research Project: A substantial independent empirical project
Laboratory Access: Use of EEG, eye-tracking and other research equipment
Software: Training in SPSS and other statistical packages
Technical Skills: Development of research design and data analysis capabilities
Practical Training: Hands-on experience with psychological research methods

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Psychology at the University of Northampton gain a strong foundational understanding and research skills applicable across diverse psychology careers. Typical job roles include Clinical Psychologist Trainee, Research Assistant, Mental Health Practitioner, and Educational Psychologist Assistant.

Key points:

University employability services provide career coaching, CV workshops, interview preparation, mentorship, job fairs, and networking events specifically for psychology students.
Graduate outcomes data show that many students find employment or further study within 15 months; average starting salaries for psychology graduates are around £24,000.
The program is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), granting Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), essential for progression to professional psychology training.
The University of Northampton maintains partnerships with local NHS trusts, educational institutions, and research centres, offering placements and work experience to enhance employability.
Graduates are well-prepared for employment in psychological research, healthcare, education, or proceed to doctoral training.

Further Academic Progression: Graduates can advance to clinical, counselling, educational or forensic psychology doctoral training, or undertake PhD research in psychology.

Additional Information & Requirements

You should normally hold a higher second class honours degree or above in an internationally recognised undergraduate programme.

You will be required to provide a copy of your GCSE Mathematics certificate at Grade C/4 or above, domestic equivalencies are not accepted (or evidence of your internationally recognised equivalent).

India- 3-Year or 4-Year Bachelor’s degree – dependent on the awarding institution and final grade (minimum 60%)

Minimum standard – IELTS 6.5 overall (or equivalent)

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