MSc Psychology

at Maynooth University

This is an intensive Masters Psychology conversion course offered on a fulltime basis over 1 year (90 credits) and designed for students with prior learning in psychology.  Masters students will attend lectures, tutorials, laboratory and practical classes, and seminars, and will conduct an independent research project.

Applicants will be required to have at least a  2.1 degree  in a level 8 honours degree, including at least 60 credits of Psychology/Psychological Studies. Prior learning must include introductory level coverage of each of biological psychology, social psychology, personality and inter-individual differences, developmental psychology and cognitive psychology; and post-introductory level study of at least 4 of those areas. Places are limited to 20 per annum, and will be assigned on a competitive basis.

Minimum English language requirements: please visit Maynooth University International Office website for information about English language tests accepted and required scores. The requirements specified are applicable for both EU and non-EU applicants.

The fees for MSc Psychology may vary from €6,500 to €15,000 annually for tuition fees. The fee's prices may get higher for International Students.

As the MSc Psychology  is a pre-professional qualification, for careers in professional psychology disciplines (e.g. clinical psychology, educational psychology, occupational psychology, counselling psychology) further training at Masters or doctoral level is required. Graduates who do not wish to pursue professional psychology careers may consider a variety of career and employment options including roles in advertising, the civil service, human resources, and recruitment consultancy.   This course is accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland.