MSc Research Methods in Psychology

Gain the fundamental analytical and methodological skills that are essential for all psychologists with our MSc Research Methods in Psychology course.

This distinctive, long-standing course offers comprehensive training, preparing you for careers in academic, clinical, educational or health psychology, as well as roles where analytical skills are essential.

Through intensive research training, you will develop strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of research methodologies, and sharpen your critical thinking abilities, while also acquiring a range of essential transferable skills.

The flexibility and research focus of this course make it an excellent choice for those aspiring to pursue a PhD in the future.

For more information, please visit the School of Psychology's website.

Research is at the heart of our School, and the MSc Research Methods in Psychology will equip you with the skills and expertise needed to thrive in a research-focused career.

Taught by active researchers

Taught and supervised by active researchers, this program ensures you gain essential skills for a successful research career while staying engaged with the latest developments in psychology.

With 100% of our research impact classified as 'outstanding' or 'very considerable' in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (combining 4* and 3* submissions for Psychology, Psychiatry, and Neuroscience), you’ll have the opportunity to learn from and contribute to ground-breaking research. Explore our research here.

Gain hands-on experience

You'll have the opportunity to gain practical experience in our clinics and centres.

• Our clinics: The School is home to a Speech and Language Therapy Clinic, Anxiety and Depression in Young People Research Unit, and the Centre for Autism. These public-facing clinics not only enhance our School’s teaching and research but also provide vital support and treatment to the local community.
• Our research centres: Our internationally renowned research centres specialise in areas such as child development, psychopathology, neuroscience, and clinical training, offering you exposure to cutting-edge research.
• Clinical training: Study within an active clinical environment where research from our clinics and centres ensures you're up-to-date with the latest theories and practices in clinical psychology.

Access specialist facilities

The Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics (CINN) offers access to modern technology and expertise in cognitive and computational neuroscience.

Our facilities support experimental and observational research, including specialised laboratories equipped for a wide range of studies, including:

• virtual reality
• ageing
• infant vision
• infant language
• auditory perception
• body kinematics
• psychophysiology.