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MSc Psychology (Conversion)

Durham University

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Durham University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    OCT

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Turn your passion for psychology into a career - even if your first degree was in another subject.Our MSc Psychology (Conversion) course gives you the foundation you need to enter the world of psychology. You’ll learn to critically evaluate research, understand and explain behaviour, and communicate psychological insights effectively, while gaining a solid grounding in all core areas of the discipline.These skills open doors to professional pathways such as clinical, educational, health, occupational, or forensic psychology, and are highly valued in fields like human resources, market research, policy, and health and social care. Whatever your ambitions, this course is a powerful springboard for your future.You’ll study in Durham, a beautiful, historic city known for its safety and welcoming atmosphere. Our department is research-intensive, with over 70 academics and a global reputation - ranked among the Top 100 psychology departments worldwide (QS). We combine cutting-edge research with teaching, so you’ll learn the essentials and the latest developments in areas such as Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Science, and Quantitative Social Psychology. These specialisms also offer opportunities for further postgraduate study.

Tuition fees

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£ 31,500per year

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University information

Durham University

Durham University

Durham University

  • University League Table

    6th

  • Campus address

    Durham City, Palatine Centre, Durham, Durham, DH1 3HP, United Kingdom

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Teaching is research-led and delivered by some of the world's leading experts. Durham supports students to progress to career opportunities around the globe.
More than 120 countries are represented at Durham, creating a diverse and welcoming place to study with an international outlook.
Its collegiate system makes Durham University exceptional. Each student belongs to a college: an inspiring and supportive community to call home from day one.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Psychology

    10th out of 118 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    161 78%

    13th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    75.0 75%

    12th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    51st

    42

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