MSc — 2025 entry Psychology (Conversion)

On our Psychology (Conversion) MSc, you'll study a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited curriculum, designed to challenge the world view of individuals looking for a career change.

Key course information

Typical offer
2:1 minimum
Start date
September 2025
Attendance
Full-time
Duration
1 year
UK fees
£12,400
Overseas fees
£24,900
Subject area
Psychology
Campus
Stag Hill

Why choose
this course?

  • Access our state-of-the-art psychology facilities, including a six-room virtual reality suite and two observation laboratories, and use the latest equipment to conduct experiments.
  • Learn from lecturers who are active researchers in key psychological areas such as behavioural, cognitive, developmental, personality and social psychology.
  • Study on a course commended by the BPS for the exceptional support provided to students and the way in which research is embedded into the curriculum, through workshops and practical opportunities. You'll get the chance to join one of our research groups and benefit from our links with renowned research institutions across the world.
  • Get the experience needed to secure Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the BPS, a marker of expertise within the sector.
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Statistics

100%

Of our psychology masters graduates are in employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2024, HESA)

9th in the UK

Surrey is ranked 9th in the UK for overall student satisfaction (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2023)

12th in the UK

The University of Surrey is ranked 12th in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2025

Accreditation

The British Psychological Society

About the University of Surrey

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