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PostgraduateMSc

Psychological Research Methods

University of Sheffield
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1 yearDuration
£32,905Per Year (Intl)
£12,360Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of Sheffield, the MSc Psychological Research Methods provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in psychology. this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Tailor your training to your research interests and career goals, from clinical and cognitive to developmental and social psychology, as you study the latest research methods techniques from published psychologists. Course description Learn the latest techniques in cutting-edge psychological research from the psychologists who are using them in their published studies. We’ll train you in robust research methods including neuroimaging (EEG, fMRI), behavioural genetics, experimental methodologies, qualitative methods (including diary studies), systematic review and meta-analysis methodolo... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £23,500 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Research Methods in Psychology
Neuroimaging and Psychophysiological Techniques
Multivariate Statistics and Machine Learning
Qualitative Research Methodologies in Psychology
Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Research Ethics and Grant Writing
Specialised Populations Research Methods
Postgraduate Research Project and Dissertation
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic61————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£32,905

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£32,905

Home Student Fee

£12,360

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

83%Working
15%Work & Study
98%Professional Jobs
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About University of Sheffield

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