Psychology, MSc (Conversion Degree)

The MSc programme is geared towards obtaining Graduate Basis for Chartered membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society, for people that do not have an undergraduate (Bachelors) degree in Psychology accredited by that society. GBC is a requirement for entry to most further training for accredited psychologist roles in the UK.

Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) is necessary if you are interested in becoming a chartered psychologist.

In addition to chartered psychologist professions, psychology graduates may find opportunities are available in business, commerce, counselling and education (with additional training), research, human resource management and the social sciences.

Applicants should have:

An honours degree (2.1 or above) in a non-psychology specialism
Or a degree (2.1 or above) from a psychology programme not accredited by the British Psychological Society.
Applicants without English as their first language must have an IELTS score of 6.5 or above, with no section less than 5.5, or an equivalent rating in another recognised language testing system.

What you should know about this course
This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society as conferring eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership. You must achieve an overall pass mark of 50% and pass the research project.
We have well-equipped facilities and laboratories to support our activities and we employ creative teaching methods and assessment techniques.
Our psychology degrees are ranked first in London for student satisfaction by the Complete University Guide 2018.
Located at the University's iconic Greenwich Campus.