MSc Psychology: Research Methods & Statistics

The Psychology Research Methods and Statistics postgraduate course offered by the University of Cumbria in the United Kingdom aims to build technical knowledge and professional skills in psychological research methods. Open to students from a psychology background or from other disciplines with research interests, this course is an ideal stepping stone towards a career in research or higher academic pursuits.Course Content: The course curriculum covers the principles of quantitative and qualitative research methods, interpretation of statistical analysis, and critical reading of published research. There is also a significant focus on applying knowledge and skills to original research, with a particular focus on psychological methodologies.Key Modules: The primary modules of study include Foundations of Research, Theorising Research, Data Collection and Analysis, and Advanced Psychological Research Methods. Students also undertake a Research Dissertation in an area of their own interest.Accreditations: The course is approved by the British Psychological Society (BPS), offering a significant advantage on entering the profession of psychology. Graduates with this accreditation are also eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the BPS, provided that minimum standards of achievement are met.Future Careers: Graduates of this course can look forward to a career in psychological research with non-government organizations, charities, the public sector, or in academia. It can also be a stepping stone to further academic study such as a PhD.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.