Taught course

Psychological Sciences (Conversion)

Institution
Brunel Online
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

Lower second class (2:2) (or above) UK honours undergraduate degree in any subject, or international equivalent. Minimum grade of C in GCSE-level mathematics, or equivalent qualification. Non-native speakers of English need at least 6.5 overall in IELTS (with no less than 6 in any one component), or an equivalent English language qualification.

Months of entry

January, May, September

Course content

The Psychological Sciences (Conversion) MSc online has been created for students and working professionals from non-psychology backgrounds, who want to gain a comprehensive understanding of the practical applications of psychological sciences and their impact on society.

As a graduate, you’ll have acquired important transferable skills at an advanced level, such as research design, data analysis, and report preparation, whilst also building a solid basis to pursue a career as a professional psychologist through further study within the discipline (e.g. PhD, ClinPsyD, DEdPsy).
Career support
  • Professional Development Center (PDC): Brunel’s Professional Development Centre enhances student’s employability by facilitating the students to upskill themselves with core experience and academic knowledge needed to stand out in the global job market.
  • Brunel+: The Brunel+ Award recognised the outstanding students for contributing to extra-curricular activities along with their on-going studies.
  • Open Library: Students get full access to Brunel’s e-library for books, articles, and electronic resources.

Why choose Brunel Online -

  • 72% world leading / internationally excellent research output.
  • Top 40 research intensive university, 58th globally Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022.
  • 4th in UK for International Outlook, Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
  • Study anytime, anyplace with 100% online degrees.
  • 1500+ online students with alumni network of 154K students.

Accreditation

Brunel's UK-based online master's in psychology is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), which means you'll be eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) from the BPS, essential for pursuing a career in recognised psychology professions.

Fees and funding

Offers & Discounts - Scholarships

A range of scholarships are available for students studying online programmes at Brunel. In addition to scholarship opportunities, a discount is available to self-funding students who pay the full amount of the fees due at or before their scheduled date of registration. This discount is 2% on the net course fee due, meaning that this 2% will be applied after any other discounts to which they may be entitled. No application is required for the Early Payment Discount.

Brunel Regional Discount

Brunel offers special reduced fees i.e., £6,000 for India, South and East Asia and Africa with following programmes:

  • Master of Public Health (MPH) Online
  • Advanced Manufacturing Systems M.Sc Online
  • Engineering Management MSc Online
  • Health Economics and Health Policy MSc Online
  • Public Health & Health Promotion M.sc Online
  • Public Health & Behaviour Change MSc Online
  • Global Public health & Social Justice M.sc Online

Brunel Graduate Discount

The Brunel Graduate Discount is available for self-funding applicants who have previously studied at Brunel University London (and achieved their intended award), who register for any subsequent degree programme. It offers a 15% concession on tuition fees.

Brunel Family Discount

If you have a direct family member who is interested in studying with us, they may be eligible for a 10% fee concession from their tuition.

Postgraduate Academic Excellence

The Postgraduate Academic Excellence scholarship is available for students on Postgraduate Taught (PGT) courses at Brunel University London and is available to all students who have obtained a First-Class undergraduate degree, offering a 15% concession on tuition fees.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    part time
    24 months
    • Online learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    12 months
    • Online learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Brunel Online
Email
affiliates@gus.global