Psychology (Conversion Degree)

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This MSc is an excellent fast-track route suitable for appropriately qualified individuals who do not have an undergraduate degree in psychology but who wish to study core areas of psychology and pursue a career in psychology. The programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as conferring eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). GBC is necessary if a student is interested in becoming a chartered psychologist.

The programme is also suitable for those who have obtained a previous degree in psychology (home and overseas) that is not recognised by the BPS, and it may also be of particular interest to health and social care professionals with some background in psychology at degree level.

The programme provides a broad scientific education in psychology with a strong grounding in psychological theories and research methods, and explores how psychological research is conducted, analysed and reported. The programme is delivered through a series of guided learning exercises, culminating in an independent research project. Students receive carefully designed academic support throughout the programme.

Students develop a strong understanding of psychology as a discipline and acquire a range of skills, including critical thinking and analytical and research skills. On successful completion of the programme students will be able to evaluate, interpret and integrate arguments, evidence and empirical findings. These skills are appropriate to psychology as a discipline and suitable for a diverse range of employment opportunities.

Questions regarding this programme can be emailed to psychologymasters@gre.ac.uk

The aims of the programme are:

* To teach students a scientific understanding of mind, brain, behaviour and experience, and the complex interactions between these
* To foster students' understanding of real-life applications of theory to the full range of experience and behaviour
* To help them develop a range of research skills and methods for investigating experience and behaviour, culminating in an ability to conduct research independently
* To develop their knowledge, leading to an ability to analyse, discuss and critically evaluate theory, research findings and applications.

Content

* Applied Psychology Project (60 credits)
* Advanced Developmental Psychology (15 credits)
* Brain, Behaviour and Cognition (30 credits)
* Individual Differences and Abnormal Psychology (30 credits)
* Research Methods in Psychology (30 credits)
* Social Psychology: Current Social Issues (15 credits)

Applicants should have:An honours degree (2.1 or above) in a non-psychology specialism with at least 60 credits (or equivalent) in psychology at honours levelOR a degree (grade 2.1 or above) from a psychology programme not accredited by the British Psychological Society. Applicants without 60 credits in psychology at honours level should contact the School to discuss the possibility of obtaining psychology credits prior to applying for the programme. Where English is not an applicant's first language, proficiency in academic English must be demonstrated through IELTS at 6.5, or TOEFL or Cambridge Certificate (please contact the School for information). English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 60 (Grade C) IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.

List of bursaries and scholarships
* Access Scholarship
* Alumni Progression Bursary
* Aspire@Greenwich Scheme for learning resources
* Care Leavers' Bursary
* David Fussey Choral Exhibition Bursary
* First Class Honours Bursary
* Gravesend Rugby Football Bursary
* Greenwich Hospital Bursary
* Royal Navy and Royal Marines Bursary
* Gurkha Personnel Bursary
* Harry Persaud Scholarship
* High Achievement Scholarship
* John McWilliam bursary
* Minerva Scholarship
* National Scholarship Programme
* Nationality Scholarship
* People's Republic of China Scholarship
* The Robert Holman Bursary
* Sir William Boreman's Foundation Bursary

Accreditation

This programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society as conferring eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the society, provided that the student has achieved an overall pass mark of 50% and has also passed the research project.