Course summary
Looking for a change in direction? Already have a non-psychology degree? Want to study psychology without having to do a three-year traditional undergraduate degree again? This programme could be the answer. This programme has been designed for those who hold an undergraduate degree that is not in psychology, but who wish to change direction and study or pursue a career in psychology. To embark on formal training as a psychologist, you need to hold a BPS accredited undergraduate degree in psychology. However, in order to complete a second degree for many people is costly both financially, and in terms of time. This programme offers you an alternative and provides you with the opportunity to receive a Master’s qualification whilst studying all core areas that would be covered in a usual psychology undergraduate degree, on a part-time basis alongside work or busy family life. This programme is a blended learning programme, meaning some teaching is face-to-face, and the majority of learning is self-directed from home. The programme will include three residential weekends per academic year at Gladstone’s Library (Hawarden, near Chester), where formal teaching will take place. In addition, two ‘on campus’ days will take place at the university’s Plas Coch campus in Wrexham per academic year. Therefore, this is also an ideal opportunity for those who may not live local to Wrexham, who are happy for occasional travel.
Modules
As part of this programme, you will study 6 core taught modules advised by the British Psychological Society, to cover the range of key areas on usual undergraduate psychology degrees. MODULES Research Methods Cognitive Psychology Developmental Psychology Social Psychology Individual Differences Biological Psychology Alongside the above modules, you will also complete an academic research project with the support of a supervisor and explore conceptual and historical issues in psychology. The order of the modules you study is dependent on the year you start your study. Students will study three modules per academic year, and complete their research project alongside their second-year modules. At each residential event, you will have the opportunity to stay at Gladstone’s Library (subject to availability), interact with other students on your programme, and become involved in philosophical debates in the common room. As a resident at Gladstone’s Library, you will also have access to the library in the evenings and around teaching time, to make the most of your studying. There is also an on-site restaurant. The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.
Assessment method
Students will be expected to attend face-to-face teaching across three residential teaching weekends per academic year (running between Saturday noon-Monday noon, different timings apply). Students will also be expected to attend two ‘on campus’ days per academic year - dates to be confirmed. During this contact time, students will engage in lectures, seminars and workshops aimed at increasing their knowledge in a particular module. Each residential weekend is focused on a different core module (e.g. developmental psychology). The remainder of the study will be self-directed distance learning from home. Study at home will include reading, the completion of set assignments, the viewing of webinar material and engagement in online forum discussions. Assignments include the completion of essays, reports, poster presentations, oral presentations, and coursework.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Psychological Society
Entry requirements
Applicants will need to have completed and passed a Bachelor’s degree in any subject prior to enrolling on the programme. Ideally, applicants will have at least a 2:1, though students with a 2:2 will also be considered. Applicants will need to have a keen interest in learning about key psychological theories and have the ability to undertake a piece of research. We welcome people from a range of subject backgrounds to apply. Successful applications will be invited for an interview (currently video interview).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £3975 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £3975 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £3975 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £3975 | Year 1 |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Wrexham University
Plas Coch
Mold Road
Wrexham
LL11 2AW