MSc Social Psychology
Think like a social psychologist and answer questions about social phenomena
Why study Social Psychology at Edinburgh?
- We're ranked in the UK's top 5 universities and in the world's top 30 universities for psychology (QS World University Rankings by subject 2019)
- Our research environment is rated as 100% conducive to producing world-leading research, and 81.5% of our research is rated as outstanding in terms of its reach and significance (REF 2014)
- Experience advanced, practical training in a range of quantitative and qualitative research skills, while gaining access to excellent research facilities.
- Benefit from diverse research expertise, which includes experience of working in the field, in different cultures, and with mixed methods.
Applications
We are now accepting applications for entry in 2020.
Join us to find out more about postgraduate study from the people who know it best: our staff and students.
Programme overview
This exciting new MSc programme will teach you how to think as a social psychologist, and how to answer questions about social phenomena
Programme structure and assessment
The 120 credit programme comprises core courses and optional courses
Resources
As a postgraduate student you will have access to a wide range of research resources and state-of-the-art facilities
Learning outcomes and careers
This programme provides you with a range of knowledge and skills to prepare you for a variety of career paths
When to apply
We operate a gathered field approach to MSc applications, find out how this works
Help with your application
When applying you should include a personal statement detailing your academic abilities and your reasons for applying for the programme
Fees and funding
Find out about fees and funding opportunities
Programme teaching staff
Staff profiles of those involved in teaching on the programme
Contact us
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Find out more
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