This Masters in Research Methods of Psychological Science will provide you with both theoretical instruction and practical experience in the methods appropriate for scientific research in psychology. This MSc is an approved research training programme of the Economic & Social Research Council (ESRC) and can either be the first year of a ‘1+3’ funding package or qualify you for future ‘+3’ funding.

As this programme is accredited by the ESRC, successful graduates from the programme are eligible for +3 ESRC PhD studentships. The majority of our graduates have obtained PhD funding or secured a research or teaching position. Others have opted for further professional training in specialized fields of psychology. Some graduates have used the qualification and skills to advance in their current employment. Graduates of this programme have gone on to positions such as: Assistant Psychologist at NHS.