About this course
This masters degree provides a valuable opportunity to gain an advanced understanding of a range of areas in psychology, including cognitive, social, forensic and counselling psychology. You'll develop critical appraisal skills in the evaluation of psychological research and practice. You will also gain an understanding of the reciprocal relationship psychological research has with medicine, public policy, public opinion and the media. Completing this rigorous masters degree will enable you to source, select and review psychological research independently, evaluate its relevance for complex real life issues, assess its validity, and clearly communicate your findings to a range of different audiences.Enhances your analytical and communication skills, as well as developing research literacy skills Bespoke teaching materials and experienced tutors guide you through fascinating, cutting-edge topics and research Relevant for existing professionals or those wishing to pursue a career in all areas of public policy, social justice, management, the health services and marketing.
Key features of the course
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:
3219 Health associate professionals
2462 Probation officers
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