Psychological Research

Bangor University
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Psychology

About this course

Our MSc in Psychological Research is exceptional for its dual emphasis on basic psychological science and applied issues. The course is designed to provide students with a wide range of practical research skills, advanced studies in modern psychology, and an opportunity to learn how this knowledge is applied in either industrial or clinical settings. The course has been recognised by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) as providing the transferable skills essential to social science research. Students who take this course will get a comprehensive research experience working with top international calibre researchers, and an exceptional opportunity to see how modern psychology can be put into practice.

This Masters is recommended in the following cases:

  • You are looking to specialise in a particular area of Psychology.

  • You are interested in giving your CV/Resume an extra "boost".

  • You are trying to get a feel for research in psychology before undertaking a PhD.

  • You are looking for a job as a research assistant.

  • You wish to undertake a PhD.

    Students wishing to can exit the programme after achieving either a PG Certificate or PG Diploma if they don’t wish to undertake the full MSc.

  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Bangor (Wales)

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Bangor (Wales)

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2462 Probation officers
    3219 Health associate professionals
    2229 Therapy professionals
    3214 Complementary health associate professionals
    2224 Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists
    3229 Welfare and housing associate professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Bangor (Wales)
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Psychology