You must hold a UK honours degree (2:2 at least) or equivalent to be accepted for the MSc in Psychology. Whilst your first degree can be in a different subject to psychology, you must have the skills expected of a social sciences graduate.
This qualification has a required study order. You will begin with Principles of social and psychological inquiry (DD801) which will help equip you with the requisite skills needed to undertake postgraduate-level study, but it does not offer remedial training for those with an unsuitable bachelors degree or inadequate experience. You will have the opportunity to study with a cohort of peers throughout, while modules and the assessments build on one another systematically.
You must be able to:
- write accurately, clearly and concisely
- read large quantities of text quickly, accurately and critically
- classify evidence precisely and assess its value and reliability
- argue logically and consistently
- select and interpret evidence to support a logical argument.
Your spoken and written English must be of an adequate standard for postgraduate study. If English is not your first language, we recommend that you will need a minimum score of 6.5 under the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Please see the IELTS website for details. If you’re not sure whether your English skills are good enough, there is some help and guidance at our Skills for OU Study website.
How long it takes
Most students study the MSc in Psychology part-time, completing one module a year over two years.
You must complete the MSc in Psychology within 10 years.