Nottingham,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Psychological Research Methods in Nottingham United Kingdom | Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University
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Nottingham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
17,500
(c. USD23,323.65)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Our Master's program in Psychological Research Methods offers comprehensive training to help you build versatile skills applicable to independent research and various career paths. This program is tailored for Psychology graduates or those from related fields, preparing them for: doctoral studies, research-focused roles in academic or applied psychology, or professions requiring strong data analysis capabilities. You may also pursue this course to enhance your research abilities before undertaking specialized training in areas like clinical or educational psychology. Both degree options (MSc and MRes) hold equal value, with the MSc featuring more structured coursework while the MRes prioritizes independent research projects. Applicants typically start with the MSc in Psychological Research Methods and later decide on their preferred pathway in consultation with faculty.
The MSc program focuses on developing diverse methodological competencies through structured learning, ideal for students seeking broad research expertise.
The MRes program emphasizes self-directed study, making it particularly suitable for those already involved in psychological research who wish to specialize in a specific area.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You will need an undergraduate degree (minimum 2.1) in Psychology or a closely related discipline, or other recognised equivalent qualification.
Applicants without such qualifications will be considered on an individual basis but will be required to demonstrate how their experiences and knowledge would enable them to study this course at Masters-level in their Personal Statement.
Good performance in research methods and statistics classes and / or in the conduct and presentation of a research project are likely to act as a mitigating factor where a 2.1 has not been achieved at undergraduate level.
IELTS - 6.5 with minimum of 5.5 in each component
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 81 with at least 18 Reading, 17 Listening, 20 Speaking, 19 Writing
Applicants without such qualifications will be considered on an individual basis but will be required to demonstrate how their experiences and knowledge would enable them to study this course at Masters-level in their Personal Statement.
Good performance in research methods and statistics classes and / or in the conduct and presentation of a research project are likely to act as a mitigating factor where a 2.1 has not been achieved at undergraduate level.
IELTS - 6.5 with minimum of 5.5 in each component
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 81 with at least 18 Reading, 17 Listening, 20 Speaking, 19 Writing
Tuition
GBP
17,500