MSc Behaviour Change

This programme focuses on applying behavioural science theories to real-world challenges through practical projects and hands-on research. Students develop intervention design and evaluation skills using UCL's specialist labs and research centres. This applied approach is delivered through:

• UCL's Behavioural Research Labs: Access to the Bridget Dolan Laboratory and other experimental facilities for designing and testing behavioural interventions.

• Industry and Policy Projects: Opportunities to work on live briefs with external partners through the UCL Centre for Behaviour Change.

• Substantial Research Project: A major dissertation where students design, implement, and evaluate a full behaviour change intervention.

• Practical Workshops: Hands-on training in qualitative and quantitative research methods, including data analysis software like R and SPSS.

Graduates of University College London’s MSc Behaviour Change are equipped with advanced theoretical and practical skills to design, implement, and evaluate behaviour change interventions in diverse contexts. They pursue careers such as Policy Officer, Behavioural Science Researcher, Health Consultant, and Urban Planner:

• UCL’s Careers and Employability Service supports students with specialised career advice, employer networking events, and tailored workshops, leveraging UCL’s status as the most targeted university by employers in London.

• Graduate employment rates are strong, with a median starting salary of around £35,000 for taught degree graduates, reflecting the high demand for behaviour change expertise across public, private, and voluntary sectors.

• The program benefits from UCL’s close links with the Centre for Behaviour Change (CBC), NHS trusts, government agencies, and NGOs, fostering real-world collaboration, consultancy, and research opportunities.

• UCL’s global reputation and rigorous academic standards offer long-term professional credibility and access to extensive interdisciplinary networks.

• Graduates impact social, health, and environmental policies, designing evidence-based interventions that address major global challenges.

Further Academic Progression: Graduates may pursue doctoral research (PhD or MPhil) in behavioural science or allied disciplines, or advanced professional training in public health, psychology, or policy analysis to deepen specialisation and enhance career prospects.