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Psychology (MSc)

Cardiff University

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Cardiff University - Cathays Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

This BPS accredited conversion programme provides you with the necessary skills to begin a career in psychology without any prior knowledge or experience. Studying psychology is all about understanding how people think, feel, and act. On our one-year conversion programme, accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), you'll deep dive into the science behind human behaviour. You’ll explore everything from social psychology and how we interact with others, to how our brain works, and mental health issues. You'll learn from experts who are leading researchers in their fields, giving you research opportunities to develop both your critical thinking and practical research skills-whether it's collecting data, analysing results, or working in professional environments on the placement. You will gain hands-on experience with a 12-week work placement in a professional psychology setting-whether with our partner organisations, a clinical practice, or one of our world-class research centres. Our programme is a conversion course, and you will not need any prior knowledge of psychology to apply. At the end of the programme, you’ll have the skills necessary to start your career journey in any area of psychology.

Application deadline

31/08/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 29,450per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Cardiff University

Cardiff University

Cardiff University

  • University League Table

    27th

  • Campus address

    Cardiff University - Cathays Park Campus, Park Place, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3AT, United Kingdom

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Cardiff University has a welcoming and vibrant international community, with over 7,500 students coming from more than 130 countries.
Cardiff is a truly global institution with more than 200 partnerships and formal research links worldwide, giving students access to unique opportunities.
A wide range of dedicated support services for international students, including pre-departure advice, airport pickups, personal tutor guidance and more.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Psychology

    14th out of 118 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    163 79%

    11th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    14th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.95 74%

    110th

    28

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