Research Methods in Psychology (MSc)

About this course

Develop the skills to become a successful PhD student or professional researcher on this MSc Research Methods in Psychology course. Our graduates go on to work in psychological research and work in the NHS and private sector or take up non-psychological posts in industry.

On this UK research psychology master’s programme, you’ll work with internationally renowned researchers in the School of Psychology.

Our master’s in psychological research provides advanced training in different research methods and data analytic techniques. You’ll learn how to apply your taught skills to your own research questions and get structured classroom support as you:

• decide your research questions
• develop your research
• analyse the data
• prepare reports describing your findings

You’ll also have the opportunity to link with students from other programmes such as:

• Clinical and Educational Psychology
• MSc Health Psychology
• MSc Foundations of Clinical Psychology

We welcome students from across the globe. Our international students have gone on to help contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries, through the acquisition and application of research knowledge and skills.

Our home students often continue their studies to pursue PhDs, work with the Office for National Statistics, work within the NHS or in private organisations compiling survey data.

Careers

After you graduate you’ll be well placed to study for a PhD in Psychology, and can also work as:

• an applied psychologist
• a teacher
• a consultant
• a researcher in settings like the NHS, Higher Education and health promotion