MSc in Psychological Research

at University of Oxford

The broad-based research training programme covers:
 

• behavioural neuroscience, from animal models to human functional imaging and TMS
• cognitive neuroscience, including MEG, EEG, neuropsychology
• developmental science, comprising Babylab studies and studies with children with developmental disorders
• social psychology and psychological disorders, focusing on inter-group behaviour, emotion, anxiety and post-traumatic stress.

The course comprises 8 modules and a research project, and all of these elements need to be passed in order to be awarded the MSc. The course is taught through seminars, lectures and workshops with some of the modules spanning two terms. The five core modules currently comprise:
 

• Research Evaluation
• Project Design
• Statistical Theory and Methods
• Computer Programming for Experimental Psychology
• Philosophical Foundations of Psychology.

You will also undertake three of the four available optional modules, currently comprising:
 

• Affective Science
• Developmental Science
• Brain and Cognition
• Computer Modelling of Brain Function.

Proven and potential academic excellence

Degree-level qualifications

As a minimum, applicants should hold or be predicted to achieve the following UK qualifications or their equivalent:
 

• a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in psychology or a related discipline.

For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA sought is 3.5 out of 4.0.

GRE General Test scores

No Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or GMAT scores are sought.

Other qualifications, evidence of excellence and relevant experience
 

• Research or work experience in psychology may be an advantage.

• Preference may be given to those who have previously studied a psychological degree.

• Publications are not required.

English language proficiency

Minimum scores required to meet the University's higher level requirement

IELTS Academic

7.5 

TOEFL iBT, including the 'Home Edition'

110

Home    
£11,040

Overseas    
£32,760

A majority of MSc in Psychological Research students go on to undertake a DPhil (PhD) either within the department or within other departments of  the Medical Science Division here at Oxford or at other institutions. Others go on to pursue careers in consultancy and government.