MA (Hons) Psychology/Theatre Studies in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow | Glasgow United Kingdom
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Qualification
Undergraduate Masters
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 30,240
(c. USD40,405.78)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Psychology explores the scientific examination of mental processes and actions. It focuses on comprehending human cognition, behavior, responses, and social dynamics, enabling psychologists to assist individuals while also tackling broader social challenges through scholarly research and applied work. A psychology degree offers limitless career possibilities, given the valuable graduate competencies, psychological knowledge, and analytical abilities developed during the program. Our institution combines globally renowned expertise in experimental psychology, cognitive science, and cognitive neuroscience to enhance the understanding of behavior in both humans and animals.
This program holds accreditation from the British Psychological Society (BPS). Students earning at least second-class honors in the Psychology component qualify for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), initiating their path toward becoming Chartered Psychologists. The School of Psychology & Neuroscience fosters a vibrant student community, with the Psychology Society organizing diverse activities including retreats, social gatherings, and collaborative exercises throughout the academic year.
Our nurturing academic setting helps students build comprehensive psychological expertise alongside versatile skills for their future professions. Integrating lectures, assignments, and laboratory sessions, we present fundamental concepts, scholarly works, and pivotal studies in the discipline—all aimed at honing research autonomy, articulate expression, and analytical reasoning. While psychologists are commonly associated with healthcare and education sectors, psychology graduates thrive across numerous fields. This degree unlocks opportunities in educational, clinical, occupational psychology, and counseling, with growing numbers entering adjacent domains like data analytics, teaching, social robotics & AI, and youth mental health services, alongside academic research and university teaching roles.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

SQA Higher entry requirements
AAABB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer
Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5
Typically offers will be made at AAAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher
Additional requirements: National 5 Maths at grade B
Applicants to Psychology (BSc): Two Higher Science subjects at AA
Applicants to Psychology (MA): Higher English and a Higher Humanities subject at AA
Applicants to Psychology (MA SocSci): Higher English and a Higher Humanities subject. At AA. Higher Mathematics recommended.

SQA Higher adjusted entry requirements* (by end of S5 or S6)
MD20: ABBBB (also other target groups*)
MD40: AAABB (ABB S5 minimum for consideration)*
Additional requirements: National 5 Maths at grade B.
Applicants to Psychology (BSc): Two Higher Science subjects.
Applicants to Psychology (MA): Higher English and a Higher Humanities subject.
Applicants to Psychology (MA SocSci): Higher English and a Higher Humanities subject. Higher Mathematics recommended. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.

A-level standard entry requirements
AAA ABB
Additional requirements: GCSE Mathematics at grade B (or grade 56).
Applicants to Psychology (BSc): Two A-level Science subjects.
Applicants to Psychology (MA/MA SocSci): A-level English or A-Level Humanities subject.

IB standard entry requirements
36 (6,6,5)
Additional requirements: SL4 Mathematics.
Applicants to Psychology (BSc): Two HL Science subjects.
Applicants to Psychology (MA/MA (SocSci): HL English and HL Humanities subject.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)
6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0.

TOEFL (ib, my best or athome)
90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23.

Tuition GBP 30,240

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