Psychology with Human Neuroscience

University of Plymouth

Postgraduate MPsych Full-time 4 Years MedicineBiomedical sciencesPsychology

Psychology with Human Neuroscience MPsych is a postgraduate degree at University of Plymouth, based in Plymouth, taught full-time over 4 years. 81% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £24,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.

A-Level Entry

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Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

120 - 136 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Student Satisfaction

81.07%

NSS · Office for Students

Avg. Graduate Salary

£24,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

With our 4 year programme you'll stand out with masters level training in psychology and human neuroscience. Building on foundations of cognitive, clinical, developmental, social psychology and neuroscience during the first 3 years, the fourth year will use an immersive approach to human neuroscience to provide the key practical neuroimaging/neurostimulation skills to prepare you for a career in neuroscience research. The programme is built around our new Brain Research Imaging Centre (BRIC).

- Four year integrated masters programme, build the foundations of a thorough knowledge of psychology through the first three years of our BSc course, but then extend it with an additional year of masters level study specialising in Human Neuroscience.

- Benefit from integration with our new BRIC, offering state-of-the-art facilities for fMRI, EEG, and other neuroscience techniques.

- Our hands-on approach to learning embeds practical activities throughout the programme, with neuroimaging advanced practice providing hands-on experience in the operation of specialized equipment.

- Work with world-leading neuroimaging researchers and engage in an original neuroscience research topic of your own choosing.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 120 - 136 points
BTEC DDM

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time with year in industry

Duration: 5 Years

Qualification: MPsych

Location: Plymouth

Avg. grad pay (5y): £24,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: MPsych

Location: Plymouth

Avg. grad pay (5y): £24,000

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Master of Psychology - MPsych
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Plymouth
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Medicine, Biomedical sciences, Psychology
Avg. Graduate Salary
£24,000