MSc Psychological Research Methods

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55 to 60% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 19 in Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 62 with no individual score below 59.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Dundee offers a range of scholarships and financial support opportunities to both domestic and international students. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, support talented students, and promote diversity and inclusion.

1. Global Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievements. The scholarship provides a reduction in tuition fees.
2. Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship: This scholarship is open to international undergraduate and postgraduate students from selected countries. It provides a partial tuition fee reduction.
3. Santander Scholarship: This scholarship is available to undergraduate and postgraduate students from eligible countries. It aims to support international students studying at the University of Dundee by providing financial assistance towards tuition fees.
4. Alumni Scholarship: This scholarship is open to self-funded international students who have previously completed an undergraduate degree at the University of Dundee. It offers a reduction in tuition fees for postgraduate study.

Graduates from the MSc Psychological Research Methods program at the University of Dundee are well-prepared for diverse and promising career paths within the field of psychological research and academia. 

1. Research Scientists: Graduates can work as research scientists, contributing to studies exploring human behavior, cognitive processes, and psychological phenomena.

2. Academic Researchers: Graduates can engage in academic research, contributing to the advancement of psychological knowledge through research publications and studies.

3. Data Analysts: Graduates can work as data analysts, applying quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques to diverse datasets in various industries.

4. Research Consultants: Graduates can become research consultants, providing expertise to organizations seeking to understand consumer behavior and psychological trends.

5. Doctoral Studies: Graduates can pursue further studies and earn a PhD, becoming experts in specialized areas of psychological research.

6. Psychometricians: Graduates can work as psychometricians, developing and validating psychological assessment tools and tests.

7. Educators: Graduates can become educators, teaching research methods and psychology to future generations of students.