Psychology (Conversion) (F92)

Open University
Postgraduate MSc Distance learning 2 Years Psychology

About this course

This masters programme offers you the opportunity to gain your first qualification accredited by the British Psychological Society. You’ll develop a comprehensive and critical understanding of the key concepts, theories, methods and debates in psychology. This will include critically examining how psychological theories and research methodologies are applied in real world settings and assessing different kinds of evidence from quantitative and qualitative data. You’ll also gain an awareness of the importance of ethical issues in the practice of psychology. By completing this rigorous masters degree, you’ll build your numeracy, literacy, communication, team working, presentation, observational, cognitive and organisational skills as appropriate to the discipline.

Key features of the course

  • Builds your knowledge and understanding of a broad range of core topics in psychology.

  • Gives you an appreciation of different perspectives within psychology and the ability to evaluate them critically.

  • Accredited by the British Psychological Society and the first step to becoming a psychologist.

  • Gain valuable analytical and communication skills that will enhance your employability.
  • 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
    Distance learning
    Duration
    2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Psychology