University of York
Master of Science Honours in Psychology
The Master of Science Honours in Psychology in Psychology is offered by University of York.
Program Length: 4 YEARS.
Master of Science Honours in Psychology offered by the University of York
Engage with the theories, perspectives, and methods that are used to study the mind, the brain, and behaviour.Psychology is the scientific study of mind, brain and behaviour. It is strongly interconnected to other disciplines such as biology, physics, medicine, neuroscience, politics, sociology and economics.They teach psychology as a rigorous experimental biological science. This exciting and innovative 4-year MSci course allows you to engage fully with the theories, perspectives, and methods that are used to study the mind, the brain, and behaviour, whilst developing your practical, high-level skills in empirical investigation and scientific data analysis.It will equip you with advanced training in research methods, statistics and specialisation in one of four pathways at the forefront of contemporary behavioural science.These pathways are:ClinicalDevelopmental DisordersForensicNeuroscience and NeuroimagingThe benefits of the MSci include the opportunity to:Learn more about the most up-to-date thinking in key areas of PsychologyGain extensive practical experience and knowledge by working closely with members of facultyDevelop your transferable and interpersonal skills to maximise your employment potentialObtain a valuable masters-level qualificationEnhance your chances when applying for a PhD programme
AccreditationThis course is accredited by the British Psychological Society, assuring the quality and relevance of the teaching.
Course contentMSci and BSc students take identical modules and are taught together during Years 1 and 2. At the beginning of Year 3, the two courses take different directions.In Years 3 and 4 you will select one of the four pathways, each providing advanced modules and extended projects linked to your chosen specialism.They place a strong emphasis on practical experience, giving you the chance to undertake two research projects rather than one (one in Year 3 and a larger one in Year 4). This means that you will graduate with the strong analytical and independent research skills needed for employment. This advanced training, combined with opportunities to develop professional communication and project skills, will allow you to go on to sought-after graduate-level employment in various sectors of the job market.Study abroadThere are opportunities for you to spend time abroad during your course:Explore global opportunitiesYear 1In the first two years you will study five main areas of psychology.Core modulesBrain and Behaviour I (20 credits)Perception and Cognition I (20 credits)Language and Development I (30 credits)Social, Personality and Abnormal Psychology (30 credits)Research Methods in Psychology I (20 credits)
Academic integrity moduleIn addition to the above you will also need to complete the online Academic Integrity module.Year 2In Year 2 you will build on the knowledge you have already gained in Year 1.Core modulesBrain and Behaviour II (30 credits)Perception and Cognition II (30 credits)Language and Development II (20 credits)Social, Personality and Abnormal Psychology II (20 credits)Research Methods in Psychology II (20 credits)Year 3In Year 3 you'll choose two modules from a specialist pathway and two from a broad selection of advanced options.You'll also work with a small group to prepare and carry out your own research in an area of your choice.Core modulesAdvanced Research Methods (MSci) (20 credits)Literature Survey (10 credits)Year 3 Research Project (MSci) (10 credits)
Option modulesChoose one of the following pathways:Clinical PsychologyClinical Psychology and Applications of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (20 credits)Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology (20 credits)Developmental DisordersNeurodevelopmental Disorders (20 credits)Assessment of Developmental Disorders (20 credits)Forensic PsychologyApplication of Forensic Psychology (20 credits)Forensic Psychology in Practice (20 credits)Neuroscience and NeuroimagingBasic Principles in Neuroimaging (10 credits)Data Analysis in Neuroimaging (30 credits)Choose two advanced option modules. Topics change from year to year but recent modules include:Body Representations (20 credits)The Transition to Parenthood (20 credits)Clinical Psychology and Applications of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (20 credits)The Psychology of Will (20 credits)Social Interaction (20 credits)Neuroimaging of Vision (20 credits)Memory and the Brain (20 credits)Numerical Cognition (20 credits)Cognitive Neuroscience of Attention (20 credits)Advanced Research Methods (20 credits)Cyberpsychology (20 credits)Drug Addiction (20 credits)Animal Cognition and Communication (20 credits)Preference and Choice: the Role of Perception, Action and Memory (20 credits)Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology (20 credits)Bilingualism and Cognition (20 credits)Perception of Actions and Human Behaviour (20 credits)The Cognitive Psychology of Sleep (20 credits)Face Perception (20 credits)Mind and Brain (20 credits)Year 4In Year 4 you will be able to further explore your interests with a research topic on a topic of your choice, as well as a range of option modules.Core modulesMSci Project (80 credits)Your research project is an opportunity for you to conduct and write up an original piece of research, working closely with a member of staff. The topic of the project is generally associated with the topic of your chosen pathway and you will have access to all the sophisticated research facilities of the Department.Recent projects have investigated a wide range of topics, for example:‘Boredom eating’ as a possible cause of obesityThe neural basis of face perceptionfMRI assessment of simulated visual loss seen in glaucomaThe relationship between social class and expressive language in primary school childrenThe effects of albinism on social behaviour in a captive population of wallabiesEnglish and Mandarin speakers’ perception of time.Each year several of the best undergraduate projects are published in mainstream scientific journals.Option modulesChoose 40 credits of option modules. Topics change from year to year but recent modules include:Advanced Clinical Placement (20 credits)Cyberpsychology (20 credits)Drug Addiction (20 credits)Animal Cognition and Communication (20 credits)Preference and Choice: the Role of Perception, Action and Memory (20 credits)Bilingualism and Cognition (20 credits)Perception of Actions and Human Behaviour (20 credits)The Cognitive Psychology of Sleep (20 credits)Face Perception (20 credits)Mind and Brain (20 credits)Body Representations (20 credits)The Transition to Parenthood (20 credits)The Psychology of Will (20 credits)Social Interaction (20 credits)Neuroimaging of Vision (20 credits)Memory and the Brain (20 credits)Numerical Cognition (20 credits)Cognitive Neuroscience of Attention (20 credits)