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Psychology at Canterbury Christ Church University - UCAS

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Course summary

Embark on a journey into the mind with an MSc Psychology Conversion course from Canterbury Christ Church University. Whether you are aiming to pursue a career as a psychologist or seeking to understand more about the mind and its influence on behaviour and interactions, this Psychology Conversion degree will provide you the opportunity to investigate further into what interests you about this subject. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), this course is designed with vocational training in mind, which will enable you to gain experience through an applied approach to research. Upon completion of this Psychology's Conversion Master's degree, you will be eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of BPS, providing you with a stepping-stone into a career in psychology, either through postgraduate training or research. What’s more, many of our academics have practitioner backgrounds, therefore bringing a wide range of expertise, with an applied approach to teaching. As you engage with the independent research project and undertake training in research methods and statistics, you will work closely with academics, allowing you to undergo postgraduate research in a sophisticated environment. This Psychology Conversion course is specifically for students with a non-psychology background. If you are a Psychology graduate and would like to pursue postgraduate study, please visit our Applied Clinical Psychology course. Alternatively, if you are looking for ultimate flexibility, then you can complete this Psychology Conversion course online. To learn more please visit our dedicated MSc Psychology - Distance Learning course page.

Assessment method

Our assessment strategy uses a number of formats designed to tap into the different skills you are expected to develop during your time with us, and may include objective assessments, essays, portfolios, practical reports, presentations, podcasts, and a final research project.


Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree in a subject other than psychology, or a non- accredited (combined / single honours) undergraduate degree that includes psychology of 2:1 or above. In accordance with BPS requirements for conversion courses, all applicants must hold an undergraduate degree. This includes a degree in a subject other than psychology, or a degree in psychology that has not been accredited. Since this conversion course comprises 180 credits, there is no requirement for previous study of psychology at L4 or above prior to entry to the programme. Applicants should hold an undergraduate degree in a subject other than psychology, or a non- accredited (combined / single honours) undergraduate degree that includes psychology of 2:1 or above. Applicants with grades lower than a 2:1 may also be considered. Suitability will be assessed by the Programme Director on a case by case basis, taking into account: academic performance, professional experience, personal statement and references. The programme welcomes international students. International applicants who apply for Distance Learning must be resident outside the UK and will not be eligible to apply for a Student Route Visa.


English language requirements

For more information on the IELTS (International English language Testing System) requirements for this course, please visit our dedicated IELTs web page.

English language requirements

https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/study-here/international/english-language-requirements


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Please see course webpage for up to date fee information.
Psychology at Canterbury Christ Church University - UCAS