MRes Psychology

The MRes Psychology at Birkbeck University of London is a one-year, full-time postgraduate research degree that provides students with the opportunity to explore advanced topics in psychology. The course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in research or academia, and it offers a unique blend of theoretical and practical learning experiences. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and research resources, as well as the support of experienced faculty members and peers. The course covers a wide range of topics, including cognitive psychology, neuroscience, social psychology, and developmental psychology, among others. In addition, students will have the opportunity to specialize in a particular area of interest through their dissertation research project.

Additional Information

The MRes Psychology at Birkbeck University of London is recognized by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as meeting the Society's standards for training in psychology. Graduates of this course are eligible to become members of the BPS and to use the title 'Graduate Member' (GMBPS).

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Birkbeck University of London is a world-class institution that offers students an exceptional learning experience. The university has a long history of academic excellence, and its faculty members are renowned experts in their fields. Students at Birkbeck have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including cutting-edge research equipment and libraries, as well as a diverse range of extracurricular activities and clubs. The university's location in the heart of London provides students with unparalleled opportunities for networking and career advancement.

Our MRes Psychology covers: -the critical appreciation of existing research and research methods in a chosen research area -designing, managing and reporting on an extended research project -subject-specific IT skills. It enables you to conduct extended supervised research in a focused area within contemporary psychology, such as psychosocial studies, brain and cognitive development, or computational cognitive neuroscience. You will have the opportunity to attend research seminars organized by the Department of Psychological Sciences at Birkbeck and a number of other local research centers and institutes. The program is designed for graduates in psychology and related disciplines who have prior research skills training and who are seeking to complete a specific, well-defined research project. If you would like to carry out research in any area of contemporary psychology, either at the Ph.D. level or in the private sector, it will prepare you with a range of appropriate research skills and experiences.

Second-class honors degree (2:2) or above in psychology or a relevant discipline, with prior advanced training (normally graduate level) in psychological research methods.