Everything you need to know...
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What is the fee?
Home: £10,620 for the course
International/EU: £17,725 for the course -
How long will I study?
2 Years
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Where will I study?
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When do I start?
September 2025
Where will I study?
Course summary
- Study flexibly with one fixed day of campus attendance.
- Build a solid foundation in the science of human behaviour.
- Gain expertise in core psychological theories and methods.
- Develop independent research skills with practical, hands-on experience.
- Debate contemporary psychology with critical appraisal and evaluation of evidence.
This BSP-accredited conversion course is ideal whether you're new to psychology or returning to study, supporting both your personal and professional development. You’ll study essential psychological disciplines such as biological, developmental, cognitive and social psychology, along with personality, individual differences and research methods. You’ll also build essential skills in communication, evidence evaluation, data analysis, project management and report writing.
Upon successful completion, you’ll gain expertise across various psychological domains and become eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society – the first step towards becoming a chartered psychologist.
Accredited by
This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and confers eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), provided you achieve an overall mark of at least 50 per cent and pass your dissertation. This is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.
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How you learn
Designed to be delivered with one day per week attendance at university to allow people to continue in employment while they complete the degree, the course is supplemented by self-directed learning tasks that provide optimum flexibility for students who may also be working part-time and/or integrating family life.
You learn through
- lectures
- seminars
- workshops
- presentations
- independent study
Course leaders and tutors
Anna Di Betta
Senior Lecturer In PsychologyAnna is part of the teaching team for several modules, mainly in the fields of Biological and Cognitive Psychology. She is also module leader for Cognitive Psycholog … Read more
Applied learning
The course emphasises applied learning, equipping you with vital transferable skills for success in diverse psychology careers. It broadens your horizons by enhancing critical thinking, scientific literacy, data interpretation, communication and problem-solving abilities. Through hands-on engagement with research studies, synthesis of scientific literature, and real-world psychological challenges, you’ll develop the essential skills to thrive in various professional avenues in psychology
Lectures on the course are primarily focused on core knowledge and theoretical content – while seminars and workshops provide the opportunity for you to apply understanding through discussion and practical-based activities. You’ll complete a large-scale research project under the supervision of a member of staff, putting the psychological knowledge and research skills you've honed over the course into practice.
You’ll also develop the skills to use relevant software – for example, specialist software used to organise, store and analyse qualitative and quantitative data, and used to create online surveys.
Networking Opportunities
Throughout the course you’ll interact with the course team, including academic staff with subject expertise, practitioners and guest lecturers – all helping you build professional connections and enhance your employability.
Future careers
The MSc Psychology is structured for flexibility, allowing you to balance work or personal commitments by attending classes one day per week (full-time for one year, part-time for two years) alongside online learning. It’s a balanced programme that’s both practical and impactful, helping you succeed and easing your progression into a psychology career.
This course provides a vibrant and challenging learning environment. You’ll gain foundational psychological knowledge while developing your ability to critically analyse problems, handle data and undertake independent research.
You learn through:
- lectures, seminars and tutorials
- workshops
- independent study
- online resources
Assessments include written assignments to evaluate your theoretical knowledge and analytical skills, and presentations to assess your adaptability and communication skills.
Key themes
The course modules have been designed to make sure your learning experiences are applied and problem-based. Through activities based on real-world and research-informed scenarios, you’ll develop the skills to apply psychological knowledge and principles across a variety of professional settings.
New modules, such as ‘Academic Skills Development’, will help you think and write in an academic style, strengthening your ability to communicate effectively in psychology. The ‘Research Methods Essentials’ module will equip you with both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, crucial for conducting psychological research. Additionally, the ‘Employability Skills for Success’ module will familiarise you with various psychology professions, preparing you to take the next steps toward a successful career.
Course support
You’ll be supported in your learning journey towards highly skilled, graduate-level employment through a number of key areas. These include:
- access to dedicated student support advisers including academic, employability and personal advisers
- online resources and Skills Centre for assignment help
- access to Technical Operation Resources and Services (TORS) supports you in conducting independent research
Where will I study?
You study at City Campus through a structured mix of lectures, seminars and practical sessions as well as access to digital and online resources to support your learning.
City Campus
City Campus is located in the heart of Sheffield, within minutes of the train and bus stations.
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Adsetts library
Adsetts Library is located on our City Campus. It's open 24 hours a day, every day.
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Psychology Facilities Tour
Take a look around Sheffield Hallam University's psychology facilities with student Angelica.
Equipment and facilities
You’ll have the opportunity to experience our specialist research facilities, such as:
- an observation suite
- an eye-tracking laboratory
- a BioPac psychophysics laboratory
- a low-level vision laboratory
- a food laboratory
- electroencephalography (EEG) equipment
- transcranial direct-current stimulation (tDCS)
Entry requirements
All students
A 2:2 degree or above or equivalent in any subject.
We may consider graduates with relevant work experience.
You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam. Find out more
If you do not have these qualifications, or you are unsure whether you have the equivalent, please contact us.
International students
Typically you need qualifications equivalent to a UK undergraduate degree.
If English is not your first language you must have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with a minimum 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in all other skills. For equivalencies see our English language entry requirements web page.
If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.5 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.
If you do not have these qualifications, or you are unsure whether you have the equivalent, please contact us.
Additional information for EU/International students
If you are an International or non-UK European student, you can find out more about the country specific qualifications we accept on our international qualifications page.
For details of English language entry requirements (IELTS), please see the information for 'All students'.
Modules
Important notice: The structure of this course is periodically reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students and ensure ongoing compliance with any professional, statutory and regulatory body standards. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment may change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Following any changes, updated module information will be published on this page.
Year 1
Compulsory modules
Personality And Individual Differences
Research Dissertation And Professional Development In Psychology
Research Issues In Applied Developmental Psychology
Social Psychology Perspectives And Topics
Elective modules
Contemporary Relationship Science: From Infant-Carer Attachment To Romantic Partners
Exploring Language And Its Disorders
Theory And Practice In Counselling And Psychotherapy
Final year
Compulsory modules
Cognitive Psychobiology
Fundamentals In Design And Statistics
Elective modules
Applying Health Psychology To The Environment
Contemporary Relationship Science: From Infant-Carer Attachment To Romantic Partners
Exploring Language And Its Disorders
Theory And Practice In Counselling And Psychotherapy
Fees and funding
Home students
Our tuition fee for UK students starting part-time study in 2025/26 is £10,620 for the course. The tuition fee displayed above is for the full course. If the full course is more than one year in duration, the fee will be divided into annual payments which will then be rounded. This may mean the total fee you pay is slightly higher than the fee stated above. If you take a break in study or have to re-take part of the course, you may also be charged an additional fee and will be notified of this at the time. Our tuition fee for UK students starting part-time study in 2025/26 are: Year 1: £7,080 Year 2: £3,540.
If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations.
International students
This course is not eligible for full-time Student visa sponsorship. International/EU students may apply for part-time Student visa sponsorship on an individual basis. Please contact Admissions for further advice. Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting part-time study in 2025/26 is £17,725 for the course. The tuition fee displayed above is for the full course. If the full course is more than one year in duration, the fee will be divided into annual payments which will then be rounded. This may mean the total fee you pay is slightly higher than the fee stated above. If you take a break in study or have to re-take part of the course, you may also be charged an additional fee and will be notified of this at the time. Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting part-time study in 2025/26 are: Year 1: £11,820 Year 2: £5,910.
Postgraduate student loans
Up to £12,471 is available in 2024/25 for home students on most masters courses.
Additional course costs
The links below allow you to view estimated general course additional costs, as well as costs associated with key activities on specific courses. These are estimates and are intended only as an indication of potential additional expenses. Actual costs can vary greatly depending on the choices you make during your course.
General course additional costs
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