MSci Psychology
About this course
MSci (Hons) Psychology, an undergraduate psychology degree focused on the scientific study of the mind, brain and behaviour. Core topics include Data Analysis and Research Methods. The curriculum is accredited by the British Psychological Society and incorporates specialist pathways in Clinical Psychology, Developmental Disorders, Neuroscience and Neuroimaging, and General Psychology. The first year introduces fundamental concepts through modules such as Brain and Behaviour I, Perception and Cognition I, Language and Development I, and Research Methods in Psychology I. The second year expands into broader applications with compulsory studies like Brain and Behaviour II, Perception and Cognition II, Psychology of Wellbeing, and Research Methods in Psychology II. The third year shifts toward advanced study and empirical work, featuring Clinical Psychology and Applications of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Advanced Research Methods, and the Year 3 Research Project. Optional modules across later stages allow deeper exploration into topics such as Psychology of Health, Applications of Forensic Psychology, Animal Cognition and Communication, and Cyberpsychology, leading into the Final Year Project.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA including at least one science. A second science subject may be desirable but is not essential. We include Biology, Chemistry, Further Maths, Maths, Physics, Psychology and Statistics as science subjects. For other possible science subjects please contact the admissions tutor. IB: 36 points including 6 in one Higher Level science subject, which may include Psychology. A second science subject may be desirable but is not essential. BTEC: DDD in a science subject We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. For example: Distinction, Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Diploma plus A at A Level Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate plus AA at A level Distinction, Distinction in 2 BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificates plus A at A level A science subject is essential.
Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 3 UCAS decisions for MSci Psychology (C801) at the University of York for 2027 entry so far: 3 offers. The published offer is AAA at A level.
What students say
Based on about 51 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 75%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 87%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 50 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 19 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 25%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 6%
- North West: 12%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 33%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 19%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started
- A levels: 96%
- Other qualifications: 2%
- No formal qualifications: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Brain and Behaviour I
- Perception and Cognition I
- Language and Development I
- Social Psychology and Individual Differences I
- Research Methods in Psychology I
- Applying Psychology
- Brain and Behaviour II
- Perception and Cognition II
- Language and Development II
- Social Psychology and Individual Differences II
- Research Methods in Psychology II
- Psychology of Wellbeing
- Psychology for the Public Good
- Clinical Psychology and Applications of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Assessment and Treatment of Developmental Disorders
- Principles of Cognitive Neuroscience
- Data Analysis in Neuroimaging
- Advanced Research Methods
- Literature Survey
- Year 3 Research Project
- Psychology of Health
- Applications of Forensic Psychology
- The Neurobiology of Depression
- The Cognitive Psychology of Sleep
- Body Representations
- Animal Cognition and Communication
- Social Cognitive Development
- Face Perception
- Drug Addiction
- Fear and Survival
- Cyberpsychology
- Autism and Social Neuroscience
- The Transition to Parenthood
- Memory and the Brain
- Microanalysis of Communication
- Human Risk
- Adult Mental Health: Schizophrenia and Psychoses
- Final Year Project
- The Psychology of Consciousness and Free will
- Mind and Brain
- Moral and Political Psychology
- Developmental Social Neuroscience
- The Psychology of Number, Developmental Disorders, and Mathematics Anxiety
- Bilingualism and Cognition
- Neuroimaging of Vision
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Forensic Psychology in Practice
- Clinical Research Methods
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Psychology at University of York earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £24,500 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £39,500. The £32,000 median after five years is £4,500 more than the UK median for Psychology.
What do graduates of MSci Psychology at University of York do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Psychology at University of York?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Psychology at University of York?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 148 UCAS points.
Is MSci Psychology at University of York accredited?
Yes. Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Does MSci Psychology at University of York include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MSci Psychology at University of York?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.