Psychology (Conversion)

• A postgraduate degree accreditation by the British Psychological Society*, providing the first step to becoming a psychologist (*subject to accreditation in 2024-25)
• High quality teaching, delivered by experts in their field of psychology
• A vibrant research environment with opportunities to get involved with psychological research
• Study in a friendly and inclusive learning community. You will be supported by a dedicated team of lecturers, your own personal tutor, and one-to-one supervision for your dissertation.

Are you curious about what drives behaviour? Are you fascinated by the human mind? A psychology degree at Winchester will satisfy your interests as you discover the science behind how we think, feel and behave.

Are you interested in becoming a Psychologist? Would you like to enhance your career opportunities with a scientific understanding of human behaviour? If so, then this course is for you. Designed for graduates who have studied other subjects, our MSc Psychology (conversion course) engages students new to psychology with the key areas of social, biological, cognitive, developmental psychology and individual differences. We will also enable you to develop strong research and data analytic skills in both qualitative and quantitative methods. This will prepare you for carrying out your own independent psychology research project.

You will engage with the latest research findings and psychological theories, and have the opportunity to contribute to the vibrant research culture at Winchester. On completion you will be able to apply your new psychological knowledge and skills to a range of professional and everyday contexts.