The Psychology, MSc (Conversion Degree) at the University of Greenwich is designed for graduates from non-psychology backgrounds who wish to pivot into the field and pursue a professional career as a psychologist. This postgraduate qualification provides the essential academic foundation required to gain eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society. You will explore core areas including cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and psychopathology, while developing a sophisticated understanding of brain and behaviour. This course is ideal if you are seeking a fast-track route to professional practice within the UK psychological sector.
Studied full-time on campus over one year, the programme delivers a comprehensive curriculum through modules such as research methods, advanced social psychology, and personality and individual differences. You will work alongside research-active academics, applying your knowledge through a substantial MSc Psychology Project that synthesises your learning. By engaging with clinical and developmental frameworks, you will build the analytical skills necessary for future roles in clinical, forensic, or educational psychology. Upon graduation, you will be well-positioned to pursue the further doctoral study and supervised practice required to become a fully chartered psychologist.