The MSci programme provides a rigorous approach to the range of psychological sciences combined with the opportunity to specialise in a particular sphere of knowledge on human behaviour and experience. 

On this course, you’ll gain a strong grounding in key theories and research methods of cognitive psychology. You’ll study topics such as brain and cognition, psychology of risk, the magical visual world, psychology of language, and clinical neuropsychology. 

In your third year, you’ll implement your own research project related to cognitive psychology. Past students have researched areas such as autism, face perception, visual perception and attention, and brain activity in relation to social and non-social stimuli. If you’re interested in a career in mental and physical rehabilitation, neuroscience or clinical psychology, this course is ideal. Because you’ll learn to handle large data sets and gain expertise in human/computer interaction, product testing, human factors, and how we process information, you’ll also be well equipped to go into data or computer science. Your specialist knowledge and skills will develop as you select specific options and engage in higher level research in years 3 and 4.

ACCREDITATION

This course is accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS). 

AFTER THE COURSE

The cognitive psychology pathway is perfect for those preparing for a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience, and will benefit anyone planning a career with a significant research or data handling component. 

CAREER DESTINATIONS

The MSci routes lead to many career pathways ranging from: 

• Psychological Research in social issues, health services and education 

• Market and media research 

• Neuropsychological therapies and rehabilitation 

• Human-computer interaction 

• Data analytics 

• Child development