The Research Methods in Psychology MRes at the University of Leicester offers you an advanced pathway to mastering the essential skills for conducting impactful psychological research. This postgraduate degree is ideal if you are passionate about understanding human behaviour and wish to develop a robust foundation in contemporary research methodologies, including evaluating, planning, and analysing complex data. You will engage with critical research skills that are fundamental to advancing psychological knowledge and preparing for doctoral studies or research-oriented careers within the field.
You will study this full-time, on-campus Masters programme over two years, immersing yourself in modules such as Advanced Research Methods and Professional Research Skills. The curriculum is structured to build your expertise progressively, culminating in a significant MRes Project where you will apply your learning to an original research question. This hands-on experience, alongside dedicated support from academic staff, ensures you will graduate with a comprehensive research portfolio and the confidence to pursue further academic or professional research endeavours.