Psychology: Research Methods 12 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Southampton |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 151-200QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Application Deadline

28 Jul, 2026Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

PsychologyMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

About this course
Explore research methods in Psychology at a global top 100* university.
With this MSc you'll graduate equipped to undertake high-quality research in psychology, providing advanced training and structured support to enhance your career and further your studies.
Your future career
This psychology research methods degree allows you to improve both your basic and advanced research skills. Our graduates often continue their studies to pursue PhDs. Many go on to work with the Office for National Statistics, within the NHS or in private organisations compiling survey data.
Key features of this course
At Southampton, you'll:
  • work with internationally renowned researchers in the School of Psychology
  • be mentored by an expert in the field when you carry out your own research, culminating in your dissertation
  • learn how to conduct studies, describe your findings and write up the results
  • be encouraged to apply newly acquired concepts, methods, and skills to address research questions relevant to your particular area of interest
  • become fully immersed in active psychology research programmes
  • gain practical, hands-on experience in conducting research

Further information Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.
*QS World University Rankings 2026

Programme overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

About this course
Explore research methods in Psychology at a global top 100* university.
With this MSc you'll graduate equipped to undertake high-quality research in psychology, providing advanced training and structured support to enhance your career and further your studies.
Your future career
This psychology research methods degree allows you to improve both your basic and advanced research skills. Our graduates often continue their studies to pursue PhDs. Many go on to work with the Office for National Statistics, within the NHS or in private organisations compiling survey data.
Key features of this course
At Southampton, you'll:
  • work with internationally renowned researchers in the School of Psychology
  • be mentored by an expert in the field when you carry out your own research, culminating in your dissertation
  • learn how to conduct studies, describe your findings and write up the results
  • be encouraged to apply newly acquired concepts, methods, and skills to address research questions relevant to your particular area of interest
  • become fully immersed in active psychology research programmes
  • gain practical, hands-on experience in conducting research

Further information Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.
*QS World University Rankings 2026

Admission Requirements

6.5+
120+
92+
67+
You'll need a 2:1 degree in psychology or a related discipline to include quantitative research skills.

28 Jul 2026
1 Year
Sep

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