University of Liverpool - MSc Psychology (Conversion)
心理學碩士（轉換)

You will learn from the world’s leading academic experts and active research leaders within a research-connected student experience combining active learning and authentic assessment. This is central to the programme in which you will take part in a collaborative and active learning approach as well as action-based learning. The Department of Psychology at the university is one of the UK’s oldest and leading academic psychology departments known for its world-class research. You will learn through exchanging ideas and experiences via discussion forums with your international peers which will facilitate interaction, motivation and learning and actively engaging in solving real world dilemmas within their context.

You will be assessed entirely through written assignments and also be required to create an online portfolio of evidence which you can mark your project-based work as your personal achievements and resume details. Upon the culmination of your degree, you will produce an independent research dissertation on a psychological issue of your choice and apply theory to practice.  

Upon completion, you will meet the requirements for Graduate Basis of Chartership with the British Psychological Society (GBC). This is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist in the United Kingdom (UK). Also, you will be eligible to be admitted to train in the domains of Clinical or Clinical Neuropsychology, Counselling, Educational Child Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Sports and Exercise Psychology or Occupational Psychology.

It also equips you with the tools needed for a career in healthcare, law enforcement, finance, IT, and research. Understanding human behaviour and motivation and the ability to critically analyse will prepare you for a career in the creative industries, legal sector, government administration, and education.

• British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited. Graduates can meet the requirements for Graduate Basis of Chartership with the British Psychological Society (GBC), which is essential to become a psychologist
• Strong research ethos: Research led theory and modules developed with the full support of the prestigious research groups in the Department of Psychology established in 1947
• Global character: The programme approaches theoretical and applied developments in Psychology from an openminded perspective that values diversity and cross-culturalism
• Future career path: Provides students who aspire for a career to be a Chartered Psychologist and provide the first step to be trained in many other specialized Psychology aspects.

Teaching methods

You will take part in an innovative online learning environment, which includes a range of interesting and thought-provoking exercises. Core information is developed by subject-leading experts in the field and closely aligned with both industry and academic best practice, underpinned by rigorous theoretical and practical topics, examples and cases. Throughout your study journey, you will learn through interactive individual activities, case studies, group tasks and discussion boards; these will be primarily asynchronous, but opportunities for synchronous interaction will be provided.

 

Assessment method

Assessment is by coursework only – no examinations required. Instead, a diverse range of assessments are used throughout the programme designed to mirror circumstances that students may experience within a professional context. This ensures you will be provided with a range of opportunities to show evidence of your learning.

The Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) is at the centre of your online study experience. It is the platform where you can find your study timetable, view interactive lecturecasts, exchange knowledge with others in discussion forums, access resources and e-library, and submit your assignments. You can learn on demand, study at any time, on any device, from anywhere with an internet connection. There is a study skills hub to help you improve and maintain your academic skills, from planning your assignments, understanding academic integrity, and referencing, to using the online library and improving your time management.

 

• A minimum of a 2:1 class degree in any subject including psychology equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree; or
• A minimum of a 2:2 class degree in any subject including psychology equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree AND have gained at least two years of relevant professional experience.

Non-psychology applicants will normally require a GCSE Grade 4 (grade C) or GCE O Level pass in Mathematics and English, or an equivalent qualification. 

 

All applicants must provide evidence that they have an English language ability equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5 (overall) and 7.0 (reading and writing).

If you don’t have an IELTS or equivalent certificate, you can take a designated free online English test to assess your proficiency.

Full tuition fee: £16,065*
This fee is fully inclusive of all costs, including all teaching materials, core textbooks, assessments and resits.

Full payment discount

If you choose to pay the full tuition fee upfront, you will receive an extra 5% discount.

Regional Scholarship
A Regional Scholarship of 5% is available for students based in Hong Kong for the 2023/24 academic year.

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^An English proficiency assessment known as KITE which serves as a substitute for the IELTS examination, is available.

^Individuals without a formal degree may still be eligible to apply by submitting a reference letter that validates their subject area expertise or relevant experiences. This could include individuals with extensive management or field experience over a significant number of years.

^All tuition fees shown are net of any applicable sales tax payable by you in your country of residence. Where we are required to add sales tax at the local statutory rate, this will be added to the tuition fees shown and confirmed during the payment process.