Coventry University Online
Coventry University Online
Master's in Psychology
Master's in Psychology
Made for thinkers who understand people
Develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works and how people connect, learn and change. Earn a British-accredited MSc in Psychology, studied part-time and fully online with Coventry University.
Programme overview
Programme overview
Learning format
100% online with guided support from tutors, psychologists and academic mentors
Learning format
100% online with guided support from tutors, psychologists and academic mentors
Curriculum focus
Human behaviour, emotion, cognition and development — from individual differences to social understanding
Curriculum focus
Human behaviour, emotion, cognition and development — from individual differences to social understanding
Duration
Approx. 24 months, flexible and self-paced
Duration
Approx. 24 months, flexible and self-paced
Professional fit
For individuals exploring psychology or applying its principles in education, business, counselling or research
Professional fit
For individuals exploring psychology or applying its principles in education, business, counselling or research
Assessment approach
Project-based assessments, reflective writing and research presentations — no formal exams
Assessment approach
Project-based assessments, reflective writing and research presentations — no formal exams
Support and community
Access to academic guidance, wellbeing and career support, and a connected learning community of peers
Support and community
Access to academic guidance, wellbeing and career support, and a connected learning community of peers
About Coventry University
About Coventry University
Awards and rankings
Awards and rankings
5
QS Stars
QS Stars
for Teaching and Employability
QS Stars University Ratings
Top 100
Top 100
in World for
in World for
'international outlook'
THE World University Rankings 2025
Ranked 4th
Ranked 4th
for Overall Satisfaction
for Overall Satisfaction
Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) 2025
Earn a British-accredited MSc in Psychology without stepping away from your life
Earn a British-accredited MSc in Psychology without stepping away from your life
Our online Psychology MSc offers the flexibility to study while continuing your personal and professional commitments.
Delivered 100% online by Coventry University, it blends academic rigour with self-paced learning, helping you explore how people think, feel and behave while balancing work, family and life.
Our online Psychology MSc offers the flexibility to study while continuing your personal and professional commitments.
Delivered 100% online by Coventry University, it blends academic rigour with self-paced learning, helping you explore how people think, feel and behave while balancing work, family and life.
The thoughtful balance
The thoughtful balance
Traditional master’s degrees require a full-time commitment
Returning to campus can mean putting life on hold, pausing work and stepping away from the world you want to understand
Traditional master’s degrees require a full-time commitment
Returning to campus can mean putting life on hold, pausing work and stepping away from the world you want to understand
Some online courses can feel isolating
While convenient, many lack the interaction and discussion that make learning in psychology meaningful and human
Some online courses can feel isolating
While convenient, many lack the interaction and discussion that make learning in psychology meaningful and human
Coventry University’s MSc in Psychology brings both together
Coventry University’s MSc in Psychology brings both together
Study part-time, 100% online, in an interactive community guided by practising psychologists and academic mentors. Learn at your own pace while sharing ideas with peers from around the world.
Study part-time, 100% online, in an interactive community guided by practising psychologists and academic mentors. Learn at your own pace while sharing ideas with peers from around the world.
British-accredited master’s
British-accredited master’s
Earn a BPS-accredited Psychology MSc recognised across the UK and internationally
Earn a BPS-accredited Psychology MSc recognised across the UK and internationally
Designed for working adults
Designed for working adults
Study flexibly and online while continuing your career and personal commitments
Study flexibly and online while continuing your career and personal commitments
Balanced learning experience
Balanced learning experience
Engage with psychological theory, research and real-world understanding through part-time, project-based study
Engage with psychological theory, research and real-world understanding through part-time, project-based study
Global community of learners
Global community of learners
Connect with peers, academics and professionals from around the world through Coventry’s online learning platform
Connect with peers, academics and professionals from around the world through Coventry’s online learning platform
Flexible, self-paced study
Flexible, self-paced study
Choose a learning rhythm that fits your life, with full support from tutors and mentors
Choose a learning rhythm that fits your life, with full support from tutors and mentors
Dedicated academic support
Dedicated academic support
Receive guidance in research, writing and wellbeing throughout your course
Receive guidance in research, writing and wellbeing throughout your course
What you will study
What you will study
If you’re studying for the MSc in Psychology, you’ll explore a series of core modules that introduce you to the science of the mind, behaviour, and human development:
If you’re studying for the MSc in Psychology, you’ll explore a series of core modules that introduce you to the science of the mind, behaviour, and human development:
Project Planning and Ethics – 30 credits
Project Planning and Ethics – 30 credits
Research Methods in Psychology – 30 credits
Research Methods in Psychology – 30 credits
Biological and Cognitive Psychology – 30 credits
Biological and Cognitive Psychology – 30 credits
Social and Individual Differences – 30 credits
Social and Individual Differences – 30 credits
Human Development and Diversity – 30 credits
Human Development and Diversity – 30 credits
Independent Research Project – 30 credits
Independent Research Project – 30 credits
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
UK and International
To get started with our online Psychology MSc course, applicants should have a 2:2 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline. We recognise a breadth of qualifications; speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.
English language requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component area. If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
UK and International
To get started with our online Psychology MSc course, applicants should have a 2:2 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline. We recognise a breadth of qualifications; speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.
English language requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component area. If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
Ready to take the next step?
Ready to take the next step?
If you’re ready to deepen your understanding of the human mind and its impact on work, learning and life, this MSc is for you.
Learn online, part-time and flexibly with Coventry University.
Careers and opportunities
Careers and opportunities
Whether you’re looking to step into a new role, specialise in psychology or expand your professional portfolio, our Psychology MSc course could be the right fit for you. Possible career paths:
Whether you’re looking to step into a new role, specialise in psychology or expand your professional portfolio, our Psychology MSc course could be the right fit for you. Possible career paths:
Clinical psychology
Clinical psychology
Educational psychologists
Educational psychologists
Forensic psychology
Forensic psychology
Counselling
Counselling
Health psychology
Health psychology
Psychological research
Psychological research
Teaching
Teaching
Human resources
Human resources
Management
Management
Psychological wellbeing practitioner
Psychological wellbeing practitioner
Child development advisor
Child development advisor
Social work
Social work
The career destinations listed above illustrate potential career paths. You may need to gain additional qualifications or practical experience, pass professional examinations, complete training, cover associated costs and meet specific visa or immigration requirements to secure employment in these fields.
The career destinations listed above illustrate potential career paths. You may need to gain additional qualifications or practical experience, pass professional examinations, complete training, cover associated costs and meet specific visa or immigration requirements to secure employment in these fields.
Accreditation and professional recognition
Accreditation and professional recognition
This course is accredited and recognised by the following bodies:
This course is accredited and recognised by the following bodies:
British Psychological Society (BPS)
British Psychological Society (BPS)
This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) for the 2025/26 intake and upon successful completion confers eligibility to apply for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), which is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.
This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) for the 2025/26 intake and upon successful completion confers eligibility to apply for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), which is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.
Endorsement by the Royal Society for Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA)
Endorsement by the Royal Society for Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA)
Coventry University and the RSA have collaborated on a module concerning social and ethical responsibility. You will be entitled to a 12-month fellowship of the RSA so you can access all RSA resources and platforms during your period of study. Once you have successfully passed the Project Planning and Ethics module, you will receive an RSA digital credential.
Coventry University and the RSA have collaborated on a module concerning social and ethical responsibility. You will be entitled to a 12-month fellowship of the RSA so you can access all RSA resources and platforms during your period of study. Once you have successfully passed the Project Planning and Ethics module, you will receive an RSA digital credential.
How you will learn
How you will learn
Study 100% online and get the same qualification, along with many of the same benefits and support as a campus student. Some of the benefits include access to highly experienced academics, career advisors, writing tutors and wellbeing services.
Study 100% online and get the same qualification, along with many of the same benefits and support as a campus student. Some of the benefits include access to highly experienced academics, career advisors, writing tutors and wellbeing services.
Our 100% online courses offer the same top-quality modules as on-campus
Our 100% online courses offer the same top-quality modules as on-campus
Your learning activities are available on-demand through our innovative social learning platform, so that you can learn at the best time and location for you
Your learning activities are available on-demand through our innovative social learning platform, so that you can learn at the best time and location for you
Enjoy 24/7 access to electronic resources, including thousands of books, e-journals and newspapers
Enjoy 24/7 access to electronic resources, including thousands of books, e-journals and newspapers
Receive guidance from a tutor who will lead live sessions (recorded for those unable to attend) to support and add depth to your learning
Receive guidance from a tutor who will lead live sessions (recorded for those unable to attend) to support and add depth to your learning
The tutor will be available for further support through email and the learning platform
The tutor will be available for further support through email and the learning platform
Assessment
Assessment
Your chosen Coventry University online psychology degree will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.
Your chosen Coventry University online psychology degree will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.
Assessment methods may include:
Assessment methods may include:
tutorials
tutorials
presentations
presentations
group projects
group projects
The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our degrees are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our degrees are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
Who is this course for?
Professionals exploring the human side of work and life
Graduates from non-psychology backgrounds
Educators, HR professionals and counsellors-in-training
Individuals seeking flexibility and purpose
Who is this course for?
Professionals exploring the human side of work and life
Graduates from non-psychology backgrounds
Educators, HR professionals and counsellors-in-training
Individuals seeking flexibility and purpose
Fees and funding
Fees and funding
Course fee: ₹5,85,000 ₹11,70,000 (50% Off)
Please note: The 50% tuition fee reduction is available to eligible students from India. The above fee is exclusive of 18% GST, which will be charged additionally.
To learn more or check your eligibility, please reach out to our admissions team.
Course fee: ₹5,85,000 ₹11,70,000 (50% Off)
Please note: The 50% tuition fee reduction is available to eligible students from India. The above fee is exclusive of 18% GST, which will be charged additionally.
To learn more or check your eligibility, please reach out to our admissions team.
Flexible Plans
Flexible Plans
Pay in 3 equal instalments spread across 12 months
Pay in 3 equal instalments spread across 12 months
or
or
One-Time Payment Option
One-Time Payment Option
Settle your full course fee upfront with ease
Settle your full course fee upfront with ease
Fees terms
Fees terms
Regionalised pricing and discounts
Regionalised pricing and discounts
Disclaimers
Disclaimers
Why study this course
Why study this course
This BPS-accredited postgraduate course in psychology is a well-established UK degree and is designed to provide the depth and rigour required for development, reflection and networking in this sector.
This BPS-accredited postgraduate course in psychology is a well-established UK degree and is designed to provide the depth and rigour required for development, reflection and networking in this sector.
Professional accreditation
Professional accreditation
Innovative learning tools and dedicated technicians
Innovative learning tools and dedicated technicians
Expert teaching staff
Expert teaching staff
Excellent teaching and learning
Excellent teaching and learning
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