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University of South Wales

Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

MSc in Psychology by Research

The MSc Psychology by Research allows you to complete a programme of supervised research and present and defend a thesis of up to 40,000 words.

The School of Psychology and Therapeutic Studies at the University of South Wales is home to internationally-recognised academics with diverse research interests, and has a vibrant research culture. 

We offer a comprehensive range of equipment and laboratory space, and a supportive atmosphere in which to conduct your research.

Campus Information

Pontypridd Campus

USW Pontypridd is surrounded by green open spaces. Our students say they love the community atmosphere, as well as the convenience of living and studying in the same place. USW Pontypridd is our largest campus and is made up of two sites; Treforest and Glyntaff.

Intakes

  • Sep
  • Aug

Application Processing Time in Days: 25

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

The Masters Psychology by Research will provide a good basis for anyone who wants to pursue a career in research. It is also ideal for those who wish to improve their research skills to a professional level to support applications for a PhD, or for a clinical or educational professional training programme.

PSW Opportunity

  • 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
  • 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

An applicant for the Masters by Research shall normally hold one of the following:

  • A UK first or upper second class honours degree (or equivalent)
  • Appropriate, relevant qualification or relevant experience which is regarded by the University as equivalent

All applications must include two references on headed paper from your referees which should be uploaded as a supporting document. Please note, we can not accept applications without these two references. At least one referee should be able to comment on your academic/professional ability. References provided by relatives are not acceptable.

India

Academic Qualifications

  • 3 Year degree (B.COM, BBA, B.SC, BCA, etc) at 60% (or CGPA of 6.0/10) and above in the final year from a recognized Indian university for entry to a relevant postgraduate program.
  • 4 or 5 Year degrees (B.E, BTECH, B PHARM, B. ARCH, etc)  at 55% % (or CGPA of 5.8/10) in the final year from a recognized Indian university for entry to a relevant postgraduate program.
  • 50% (or CGPA 5.5/10) minimum from the following Indian universities: the University of Mumbai, University of Delhi, University of Pune, Jadavpur University or University of Calcutta 

Nepal

Academic Qualifications

  • A first division Bachelor's degree from a recognized university (65% or above/CGPA 2.6/4.0).
  • Applicants with a Masters's degree will be considered for entry to Ph.D. studies.

Sri Lanka

Academic Qualifications

  • Bachelor Special degree will be considered for masters or graduate diploma level study.
  • Bachelor General degree with very high grades may be considered
  • MBA applicants should have one of the above qualifications plus at least 2 years of post-graduation work experience.

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