Conversion course for graduates from other subjects who want a recognised grounding in psychology, covering the core areas and research methods. A step towards further training as a psychologist or psychology-related work.
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Bachelor special or professional degree from a state university: 60% for 2:1 courses, 55% for 2:2 courses; first-class general degree (70%) considered at discretion; OnCampus Master's Foundation if criteria not met
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Potential funding at Birkbeck, University of London
Birkbeck International Excellence Scholarships of £1,000–£5,000 for autumn 2026 starters and £3,000 for January 2027 postgraduate starters; a Global Future Scholarship reduces first-year full-time master's fees to the Home rate.
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Programme overview
A clearer look at MSc Psychology (Conversion)
Conversion course for graduates from other subjects who want a recognised grounding in psychology, covering the core areas and research methods. A step towards further training as a psychologist or psychology-related work.
This 12-month postgraduate route concentrates on cognition, development and social behaviour, psychological research methods and statistics, applying evidence to individual and social questions. The course record does not promise a placement, so students should judge it primarily by its curriculum, teaching approach and project opportunities.
Course focus
What you can expect to explore
Cognition, development and social behaviour
Psychological research methods and statistics
Applying evidence to individual and social questions
Study major explanations of mind and behaviour.
Skills development
Capabilities you can build
Research design
Statistical analysis
Critical evaluation
Evidence-based communication
The balance of technical, academic and professional skills depends on the modules and assessments offered for your intake.
Learning experience
How you may learn
Applied work such as case studies, workshops, projects or problem-based tasks.
Independent postgraduate study, critical reading and a dissertation or major project where required.
Assessment may combine coursework, reports, presentations, examinations or projects; the exact balance is set by the university.
Who is this course for?
A strong fit for students curious about mind and behaviour who are prepared to engage with scientific research, statistics and critical evaluation. Entry requirements still determine eligibility, and students should compare the official module list with their own career goals before applying.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Relevant career directions may include:
Assistant psychologist
Research assistant
People or wellbeing professional
Further professional psychology training
These are examples, not guaranteed outcomes. Employment depends on your experience, location, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed.
Course contents
Published course content for this programme.
10 curriculum items were captured from the university’s official course page. These may include modules, course units or published curriculum topics, and can change by intake, pathway and availability.
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Behavioural NeurosciencePublished course content
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Developmental SciencePublished course content
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Experimental Psychology: Methods and StatisticsPublished course content
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Personality and Individual DifferencesPublished course content
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Perspectives in Social PsychologyPublished course content
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Research Skills in PsychologyPublished course content
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Topics in Cognition: Memory and ThinkingPublished course content
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Topics in Cognition: Perception and AwarenessPublished course content
Bachelor special or professional degree from a state university: 60% for 2:1 courses, 55% for 2:2 courses; first-class general degree (70%) considered at discretion; OnCampus Master's Foundation if criteria not met
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on bbk.ac.uk. The expanded description is original GEC guidance built from the recorded course summary, award level and subject; it does not reproduce a university or partner listing word for word. Exact modules, teaching, assessment, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with Birkbeck, University of London before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.
MSc Psychology (Conversion) at Birkbeck, University of London | Fees & Entry | GEC