What can you do with a masters in Social Psychology?
Find out what you could do with a Social Psychology MSc from Surrey.
Careers with a masters in Social Psychology
This degree allows you to pursue a diverse range of career paths due to the relevance of social psychology in many aspects of life and society. Our graduates' first jobs after leaving Surrey have been roles such as:
- Data analyst
- Disability adviser
- EDI manager
- Government research officer
- HR consultant
- HR manager
- Research analyst
- Social researcher
- Student adviser
- Teaching assistant
- Wellbeing adviser.
Typical sectors or areas of work include:
- Advertising and marketing
- Behavioural science
- Consultancy and political strategy
- Education, teaching, and training
- NGOs and charities supporting minority groups
- Research in academia (PhD) and industry
- Social enterprise.
Over my time at Surrey, I have developed a passion for impactful research, so following my postgraduate course I am planning to do a PhD. The academic staff have really helped me to make this possible, giving advice and guidance and generally being really supportive, so I am extremely grateful to them!Olivia, Social Psychology MSc
Be confident in our exceptional outcomes
We have a proven track record in developing and equipping highly employable graduates. 97% of our psychology masters graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2025, HESA).
Whilst you’re at Surrey we’ll support you in navigating your way to your chosen career path.
Surrey sets you above the crowd in the jobs market
Surrey is home to outstanding academic minds, many of whom are active researchers or have years of industry experience, keeping our courses job-relevant to give you a clear advantage.
On our Social Psychology MSc, you'll have the chance to join our Social Psychology Research Group where you'll participate in discussions about research topics, findings and publications. You'll interact with experts who are actively researching areas of social psychology, among them:
- Dr Fabio Fasoli examines how communication, language, and social media shape the way people see themselves and others. His research specifically focuses on LGBTQ+ and gender minorities.
- Dr Erica Hepper researches individual differences in self-related emotions and motivations, exploring how narcissism, self-enhancement, and nostalgia influence interpersonal relationships, behaviour, and wellbeing.
- Professor Harriet Tenenbaum studies how children and adolescents develop social, emotional, and moral understanding, focusing on their reasoning about rights, discrimination, gender, and cultural diversity.
You’ll also benefit from visits by external speakers who present their work and networking opportunities in our School of Psychology.
You’ll also have the option to take our Professional Skills Award to enhance your employability so that you can stand out in the employer selection process for internships, placements and graduate-level jobs.
We offer a range of one-to-one and group mentoring opportunities for our students.
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