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PostgraduateMSc

Research Methods in Psychology

Abertay University
Dundee, Scotland
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£18,950Per Year (Intl)
£23,000Avg. Salary
100%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in psychology with the MSc Research Methods in Psychology at Abertay University. Based in Dundee, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The programme – launching in September 2025 – is designed for aspiring researchers and professionals. It provides advanced training in research methodologies, data analyses and practical skills, preparing you for a dynamic career in research or data-driven roles. This programme offers a blend of core psychology research skills and specialist knowledge, with individualised training in relevant research techniques. International tuition fees are £18,950 per year, home/UK fees are £7,900 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £22,000 within three years, and 100% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Research Design in Psychology
Quantitative Data Analysis and Statistics
Qualitative Research Methodologies
Research Ethics and Practice
Psychological Measurement and Psychometrics
Advanced Statistical Modelling
Research Project and Dissertation
Research Skills and Professional Development
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🇬🇧 UK Qualifications

PG Requirement
2:1

🌍 Requirements by Country

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🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

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International Student Fee

£18,950

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Total Course Cost (1 years)£18,950

Home Student Fee

£7,900

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Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and Funding The tuition fees you’ll pay and the funding available depend on factors such as your nationality, location, personal circumstances and the course you’re studying. If you’re studying a postgraduate taught (PGT) degree, your fee status will be classed as one of the following: Scotland England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland International Fee Status Your fee status is typically based on the country where you’ve lived on a regular, non-temporary basis for the t

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Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 This Course at Abertay University

Time After GraduationLower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
15 months£22,000£23,000£25,500
3 years£17,500£22,000£26,000
5 years£21,000£26,000£31,000

UK Average for Subject

Time After GraduationLower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
3 years£23,000£27,500£33,000
5 years£23,000£27,500£33,000

Benchmark values use UK subject-average graduate salary data where available.

Course vs UK Subject Benchmark

3 years20% below averageCourse £22,000 / UK £27,500
5 yearsclose to averageCourse £26,000 / UK £27,500

Provider salary trend: up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5

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💼 Employment Breakdown

95%Working
5%Studying
70%Professional Jobs
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