Program Overview
The Psychology at Sheffield Hallam University is a MSc programme in Psychology 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 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 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 13,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Sheffield, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need a strong academic profile including a high 2.1 or first class honours degree.
If you have a 2.2 honours degree and previous work experience in psychology or a related area, we will consider you on an individual basis.
International students
Typically you need qualifications equivalent to a UK undergraduate degree and the equivalent of 60 credits in psychology at undergraduate level.
If English is not your first language you must have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with a minimum 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in all other skills. For equivalencies see our English language entry requirements web page.
If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.5 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.
If you do not have these qualifications, or you are unsure whether you have the equivalent, please contact us.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 13,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 13,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Sheffield Hallam University 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 Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield, United Kingdom
Sheffield Hallam University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months