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Postgraduate Psychology

This is for the behaviour experts

Take your understanding of the human mind to an advanced level.

Develop a strong understanding of core psychological concepts and practices, and the professional applications of psychology. Our postgraduate programmes offer the option to specialise in areas including psychobiology and neuroscience, cognitive, developmental, social, health and wellbeing, and forensic psychology.

You don't need an undergraduate degree in Psychology to study our MSc in Psychology - we'll consider applicants with a minimum 2:2 degree in any subject.  

Our MSc and PG Diploma in Psychology provide a fast-track route to eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society.

Courses in Psychology

  1. Psychology (Distance Learning) MSc

    Apply for Psychology (Distance Learning) MSc at the University of Bradford.

    Suitable for:
    UK and International applicants
    Attendance:
    Full-time, Part-time

  2. Psychology MSc

    Apply for Psychology MSc at the University of Bradford.

    Suitable for:
    UK and International applicants
    Attendance:
    Full-time

Career prospects

Postgraduate study can open up new possibilities and help accelerate your career.

Social work, the police force, and education are just a small selection of the different areas in which a psychology graduate can work. Possible careers include:

  • social work
  • market research
  • advertising
  • teaching
  • broadcasting
  • nursing
  • policing
  • armed forces
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Our facilities

Psychology students use this suite to observe and analyse human behaviour and interactions. You can run interviews, experiments and other practicals with support from our academics & technical staff.

Take a full tour of our facilities

Want to find out more?

Get answers to your questions about postgraduate study at Bradford:

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Postgraduate finance and funding

Postgraduate study is an investment in your future, and funding your degree has never been easier.

There are a range of options to help you cover the costs of studying, including loans and scholarships. Current and past University of Bradford students can also benefit from our Alumni Discount Scheme.

Find out more about financing your postgraduate studies:

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Tuition fees

Tuition fees cover the cost of your registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessment and examination.

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Master's loans

Government loans of up to £12,167 are available to help cover your tuition fees and living costs while you study.

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Scholarships

Every year the University of Bradford invests over £4m in scholarships to help students from all backgrounds. 

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Doctoral loans

The government provides doctoral loans of up to £27,892 to help cover your course fees and living costs while you study.

Ready to apply?

Find out how to submit your application.

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