Applications of Psychology MSc

For those who are eager to expand their knowledge of psychology further, this course is ideal. With a number of roles in vocational psychology now requiring doctorate training, this course provides the opportunity for students to gain experience and knowledge that will make them more appealing candidates for professional training programmes.

You’ll have access to excellent facilities and equipment. Studying the MSc Applications of Psychology will enable you to develop a diverse range of transferable skills which are valued highly by employers. We are proud to be ranked 10th in the UK for graduates in career 15 months after graduation for Psychology (Complete University Guide, 2026).

On this course, you will explore different areas of professional practice including Forensic Psychology, Health Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology and Educational Psychology. You will undertake a placement and a self-directed piece of research which you can choose to report in a dissertation or article prepared for publication. In the self-directed research module we embed research methods that will help to advance your knowledge and skills.