MSc Social Psychology

at University of Surrey

Modules

Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Please note that modules may be subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps.

The University operates a credit framework for all taught programmes based on a 15-credit tariff. Modules can be either 15, 30, 45, 75 and 120 credits, and additionally for some masters dissertations, 90 credits.

Module Title
 

• Advanced Research Methods And Design
• Applied Psychology And Public Policy
• Qualitative Research Methods
• Social Change And Influence
• Social Psychology Of Language And Communication
• Chronic Conditions
• Morality And Emotions
• Psychological Aspects Of Health Care
• Quantitative Research Methods
• The Psychology Of Global Challenges
• The Psychology Of Real-World Behaviour Change
• The Psychology Of Sustainable Development
• The Social Psychology Of Gender
• Dissertation 8000-10000 Words

A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in Psychology, or a recognised international equivalent. We may be able to take relevant work experience into consideration if you don't meet these requirements. If you have at least one year of relevant experience in a full-time graduate-level role (or a minimum of two years’ experience in a relevant graduate-level part-time role) please provide full details of your role and responsibilities in your personal statement and CV when you submit your application.

English language requirements
 

• IELTS Academic: 7.0 overall with 6.5 in each element.

Fees

Full-time - 1 year
 

• UK-£8,800
• Overseas-£22,400

Our alumni take on roles as consultants, market researchers, social researchers and support workers. They work for governments, charities, think-tanks and pressure groups, with previous graduates employed by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory and the Office for National Statistics. 

The broad and transferrable skills that you’ll develop are also highly relevant in other fields, including analysis, design, development and healthcare. Many of our graduates go on to complete a PhD, investigating an area of personal interest.