Program Overview
The Psychology (Conversion Course) at University of Nottingham is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Psychology over 9 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Psychology (Conversion Course) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 9 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 19,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,020 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Psychology (Conversion Course) programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology 2
- Introduction of Statistical Methods for Diploma Students
- Practical Methods 2
- Statistical Methods 2
- Neuroscience and Behaviour
- Personality and Individual Differences
- Social and Developmental Psychology
- Altruism, Co-operation and Helping
- Cognitive Development
- Clinical Psychology
- Educational Psychology
- Forensic and Mental Health
- Mind and Brain
- Psychology of Digital Technology
- Understanding Patterns of Action
- Understanding Patterns of Action - Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Entry requirements:2.2 (Lower 2nd class honours degree or international equivalent) with 60 credits of psychology (overall grade >=50%).
- Other requirements:Applicants must have a maths qualification equivalent to at least a Grade C at GCSE.
- IELTS:6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element)
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic:62 (minimum 55)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,020 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 19,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,020 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Nottingham directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Nottingham
University of Nottingham
City of Nottingham, United Kingdom
University of Nottingham is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 9 months