Research Methods in Psychology MRes, 1-2 years, full- or part-time
Course information
UK/EU fee £9,305
International fee £20,825
Taught by Neuroscience Psychology and Behaviour
Contact
Dr Carlo De Lillo
+44 (0)116 229 7193
cdl2@le.ac.uk
This is for you if... you want to study research methods at an advanced level and conduct an original research project in psychology.
Course description
Course description
This postgraduate degree will provide you with advanced training in research methods in psychology, equipping you with the research and professional skills required for a research career.
The Department of Neuroscience, Psychology and Behaviour has particular research strengths in:
- Cellular and molecular neurobiology
- Cognitive and behavioural sciences
- Perception and sensory processing
- Health and psychological wellbeing
You will be encouraged to undertake a research project in one of these areas.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Second class honours degree in psychology, biological science or a related discipline.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.
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Fees and funding
UK and EU Students
This is the total course fee.
Starting in September 2021
- MRes: £9,305
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International Students
This is the total course fee.
Starting in September 2021
- MRes: £20,825
You will need to pay a deposit of £2,000 to secure your place. This will be subtracted from your total tuition fee.
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Careers and employability
Careers and employability
This postgraduate degree will provide you with advanced training in research methods in psychology, equipping you with the research and professional skills required for a research career.
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Related courses
Course structure
Modules
Modules
- Advanced Research Methods: Evaluating, Planning and Analysing Research
- Professional Research Skills: Finding your Path in the World of Research
- MRes Project
Modules shown represent choices available to current students. The range of modules available and the content of any individual module may change in future years.
Teaching and learning
All teaching is seminar based, or in one-to-one tutorial and research supervision sessions, with continuous assessment in the form of a research protocol, oral and poster presentations, and in the development of portfolios of assessed activities. You will write a thesis on original empirical research, which will involve an oral exam (viva).