University of Reading - Undergraduate Open Day
19 Jun 2026, 08:00
Reading
Our long-standing MSc Research Methods in Psychology course is designed to provide the fundamental analytical and methodological skills that are essential for all psychologists.
The course prepares you for academic, clinical, educational or health psychology careers, or careers in which analytic techniques are of relevance. The flexibility and research focus of this course make it an excellent choice for those who wish to progress to a PhD.
Teaching and supervision by active researchers mean that you will have the opportunity to learn about, and be involved in, the latest research developments. Our MSc courses are research-intensive, providing essential training in analytical ability, methods awareness and critical thinking, among other fundamental transferable skills.
Overall, 100% of graduates from Psychology are in work or further study within 15 months of the end of their course. (Based on our analysis of HESA data © HESA 2022-2024, Graduate Outcomes Surveys 2019/20-2021/22; includes Postgraduate (Taught) and Postgraduate (Research) Psychology responders only.
For more information, please visit our programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/psychology-pg/msc-research-methods-in-psychology
Compulsory modules
Please note that the University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them.
You can also register your details with us to receive information about your course of interest and study and life at the University of Reading.
IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent).
Entry requirements: Typically a good second class honours degree (57% or above, with 2.1 marks in Research Methods and project/dissertation modules) in psychology or a related discipline (for example, cognitive neuroscience). It must reflect psychology as a scientific discipline and have included the study of brain and behaviour.
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £12800 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £12800 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £12800 | Whole course |
| Wales | £12800 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £12800 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £12800 | Whole course |
| EU | £30950 | Whole course |
| International | £30950 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Whiteknights Campus
Reading
RG6 6UR
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Email:pgadmissions@reading.ac.uk
Phone:0118 378 5289