The Psychology (Conversion) Masters at the University of Sunderland is designed for graduates seeking to transition into the field of psychology, providing the essential knowledge and skills for a career in this dynamic discipline. This postgraduate conversion course is ideal if your undergraduate degree was not in psychology but you wish to gain the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society. You will explore core areas of psychology, developing a critical understanding of human behaviour, cognitive processes, and social interactions, preparing you for advanced study or professional practice.
You will study this Masters full-time on campus over one year, or part-time over two or three years, engaging with modules such as 'Experimental Design and Analysis in Psychology' and 'Cradle to Grave: Stability and Change'. Through rigorous academic inquiry and practical application, including a Master Project, you will develop analytical, problem-solving, and research skills. Graduates are well-prepared for further study towards chartered status or for diverse roles in sectors like advertising, social work, public services, and human resources, leveraging your enhanced understanding of psychological principles.