Course summary
Why study MSc Research Methods at BU?
- Acquire a range of psychological research methods and skills to investigate human behaviour, culminating in an ability to conduct rigorous research independently
- Develop a well-founded knowledge and critical understanding of the mind and behaviour through learning about a chosen area of Psychology (forensic, clinical, clinical and developmental neuropsychology, and health)
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of Psychology as an empirical science
- Develop key transferable skills including critical thinking, project management, presentation and research
- Benefit from the Psychology Department’s research and professional practice collaborations and initiatives
- Undertake rigorous research using state-of-the-art facilities under expert staff guidance.
Modules
Core units: Research Project, Introduction to Research Methods, Digital Methods and Data Skills, Advanced Quantitative Methods or Advanced Qualitative Methods (choose one unit) Subject Specialism (choose one subject - and the associated three units - from the following three subjects) Clinical Psychology: Roots and Range of Psychological Disorders; Clinical Skills; Psychological Therapy 1; Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology Neurodevelopmental Diversity: Clinical and Cognitive Neuropsychology; Ageing and Neurodegenerative Disorders Forensic Psychology: Behavioural Analysis of Serious Crime; Investigative Psychology; Professional Practice and Court Skills
Entry requirements
A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 (or equivalent) is required in a relevant subject. Required subjects include: Psychology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Science, Biological Science and, Social Science. If English is not your first language, you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in writing, speaking, listening and reading.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £10500 | Whole course |
Northern Ireland | £10500 | Whole course |
Scotland | £10500 | Whole course |
Wales | £10500 | Whole course |
Channel Islands | £10500 | Whole course |
Republic of Ireland | £10500 | Whole course |
EU | £17500 | Whole course |
International | £17500 | Whole course |
Additional fee information
Provider information
Bournemouth University
Talbot Campus
Fern Barrow
Poole
BH12 5BB