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Master of Applied Psychology
- Colchester, United Kingdom
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A 39-credit master's applying psychological science with forensic or generalist options.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Applied Psychology to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Twenty-one credits of foundation courses (social psychology
- Neuropsychology. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Research Assistant
- Community Support Worker
- Behavioral Health Assistant
Curriculum
- Twenty-one credits of foundation courses (social psychology
- Neuropsychology
- Psychopathology
- Personality
- Statistics
- Research methods
- Child development)
- A 6-credit capstone of either a two-part thesis or an applied psychology internship
- And a 12-credit concentration in forensic psychology or a generalist elective set.
Entry requirements
Academic
- UK entry: You will need a Masters degree
- or equivalent
- In a relevant discipline such as a health science or a social science
- Alternatively you will need to evidence advanced research skills developed through an alternative route. A well developed research proposal is also essential.
- International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.
Accepted academic background
Good master's degree (or UK 2:1/2:2 honours for some courses) in a related subject, Research proposal or department pro forma, CV, References.
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research Proposal.
How to apply
- Check the course page
- Research proposal needs and deadlines. Apply online through the postgraduate application system. Upload transcripts
- English language evidence
- Research proposal or department pro forma
- CV and references as the course asks. Attend an interview if the department requires one. Accept the offer and pay the tuition fee deposit (or show recognised sponsor funding) to receive your CAS. Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £21,675 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £32,502 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Colchester Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Science and Health |
| Department | School of Health and Social Care |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
October 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is £21,675 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £32,502 GBP. The estimated living cost is £12,768 GBP.
An interview is required.

