Online MSc Psychology
Online United Kingdom
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2026
TUITION FEES
GBP 11,000
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
As a conversion programme, it is specifically designed for those without a BPS-accredited undergraduate degree in Psychology and is not intended for those who already hold one.
Study fully online with expert support through Aston’s immersive Digital Campus and reimagine what your future could look like.
Programme overview
Understanding people starts with asking questions. What makes us who we are, and behave the way we do – in our relationships, our decisions, our struggles? If you're driven to explore these questions and apply psychological insight to real-world challenges, our online MSc Psychology conversion programme is your next step. This degree is designed for those who want to turn their interest in human behaviour into a new professional direction or deeper expertise.
You’ll explore core areas of psychological science, including cognitive, developmental, social, and biological psychology, gaining insight into both typical and atypical human functioning. With the support of expert tutors, you’ll also complete an independent research project on a topic that matters to you.
As you study, you’ll build sought-after skills in critical thinking, research, and communication, alongside a rich understanding of people and behaviour. These abilities are highly valued by employers and can open doors to meaningful roles in mental health, education, HR, marketing, public services, and beyond.
Delivered fully online and part-time, this programme is designed to fit around your life, meaning you can manage studying around other commitments such as work and family. You’ll learn alongside a global student community and gain access to Aston University’s extensive digital library, featuring leading publications and the resources you need to deepen your knowledge, support your research, and stay current with advances in the field.
Whether you want to change careers, build on your previous experience, or simply understand people better, this MSc gives you the knowledge, confidence, and flexibility to take your next step in psychology. Psychology touches every aspect of life – and this programme gives you the tools to apply it where it matters most.
Is this programme right for you?
- You are curious about human behaviour and mental processes and want to apply psychological knowledge to your current or future profession.
- You are motivated to understand and support others through psychological insight, whether in personal, professional, or community settings.
- You are seeking practical and research skills that can support postgraduate training or open roles within or beyond the field of psychology.
- You don’t have a BPS-accredited Psychology degree and want a pathway into the field through a conversion degree.
- You value flexibility and need a fully online, part-time programme that fits around work, family, or other responsibilities.
- You are looking to build key transferable skills and expand your career options across a range of industries.
Flexible payment plans and funding options
- Pay Monthly or in instalments
- UK Government Loans for Eligible Students
- 20% Alumni Scholarship Available
- 10% Global Merit Scholarships Available
This programme is studied over two years part-time. In the first year, you’ll study three modules, each worth 30 credits. In the second year, you’ll complete one 30-credit module and a 60-credit research module. Each credit is equivalent to 10 learning hours, meaning a 30-credit module reflects 300 hours of learning, while the research module represents 600 hours.
Modules
- Psychological research methods and data analysis (30 credits)
- Cognition, development, and neuropsychology (30 credits)
- Critical social psychology (30 credits)
- Individual differences and employment (30 credits)
- Empirical research project (30 credits)
*We may update our programmes to reflect best practices and academic developments. If we do, we’ll let you know of any changes at the earliest opportunity by updating our programme webpages. If you have already received an offer, we’ll write to you directly to let you know of the changes.
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What you will learn
- Core psychological concepts: Build foundational knowledge across key areas of psychology, including cognition, development, and behaviour.
- Research skills and methodologies: Learn how to conduct and analyse psychological research using professional tools and methodologies.
- Biological basis of behaviour: Explore the biological and neurological underpinnings of behaviour and mental processes.
- Applied psychology in society: Understand how psychological theories apply to real-world challenges across health, education, business and society.
- Specialist research project: You will also conduct a research project in a specialist area with support from our expert psychology team.
The programme aims to:
- Provide a British Psychological Society-accredited curriculum that meets the academic requirements for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).
- Deliver flexible, engaging online learning designed to support adult learners and career changers.
- Develop your ability to evaluate psychological literature, conduct ethical research, and communicate effectively.
- Equip you with professional skills and reflective insight relevant to a wide range of roles.
- Support your progression into further training in psychology or related sectors.
Our MSc Psychology conversion degree is designed to thoroughly prepare you for a successful career in a wide range of academic, industry, and healthcare settings. Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped to pursue diverse career paths or continue advancing your research with a PhD for those aiming for an academic career.
This degree also offers excellent opportunities for further professional development. You’ll be positioned to specialise in areas such as health psychology, clinical psychology, occupational psychology, forensic psychology, or neuropsychology, ultimately working towards becoming a practitioner psychologist.
Career prospects you can look forward to
- Policy advisor/Officer: Apply behavioural insight to shape public policy, improve decision-making, and design services that better meet community needs.
- User experience (UX) researcher: Conduct user research to understand behaviour, improve digital experiences, and inform the design of user-centred products and services.
- Market analyst: Analyse consumer behaviour and market trends to help organisations make informed decisions about products, services, and strategy.
- Careers advisor/Employability coach: Use psychology-informed approaches to help people plan and manage their careers, often in education or local authority settings.