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Psychological Science Research Methods

University of Glasgow
Tuition GBP 19,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Glasgow, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Psychological Science Research Methods at University of Glasgow is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 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 humanities. 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 Psychological Science Research Methods 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: GBP 19,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Psychological Science Research Methods programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. The research cycle
  2. Introduction to Matlab programming
  3. Professional skills
  4. Research methods in cognitive science
  5. Statistics and research design
  6. Qualitative methods

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: Upper Second Class
Recommended score: Upper Second Class

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of Upper Second Class 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:

At least a 2:1 Honours degree in psychology or neuroscience or acceptable equivalent(s).

As part of the admission process we prioritise matching your interests with one of our academic supervisors to ensure that we have the expertise to adequately supervise your research project. Please state your research interests in the application and/or contact the programme co-coordinator,\xc2\xa0Dr Martin Lages about your research interests. We will establish if you can conduct a research project according to your research interests.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 19,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 19,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Glasgow 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.

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  • Start Date 2017-09-18
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months