Psychological Science

MPsychSc Psychological Science
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)

The focus of this programme is on acquiring basic applied psychology skills to equip you for doctoral studies in clinical, counselling, educational or organisational psychology, or for progressing to a PhD in psychological research. Over the course of the year students work with a staff member to complete a research project. In keeping with the skills-based focus of the programme, the research is written up as a journal article that conforms to the publication style of an identified journal. Applicants are invited to review the research areas of the School's Academic Staff. In most cases, students work on one of their supervisor's ongoing research projects.

- One year full-time taught masters in basic applied psychology skills
- Emphasises acquisition of skills for professional practice
- Equips you for doctoral studies in clinical, counselling, educational or organisational psychology or for progressing to a PhD in psychological research
- Research project, supervised by a member of staff and written up as a journal article
- Includes a psychometric assessment module that meets requirements to obtain BPS certification

The M Psych Sc is comprised of six 10-credit modules and a 30-credit research dissertation. It runs for a calendar year (September to August). In all modules, the focus is on the acquisition of skills for professional practice. Brief details of each of the modules offered in are indicated below. Modules may vary from year to year.

Stage 1 - Core
MPsychSc Research DissertationPSY40430
Advanced Research Methods & StatsPSY40440
Research Skills & DevelopmentPSY40940

Stage 1 - Option
Inclusion and Equality in EducationEDUC40130
Wellbeing of Children and YouthEDUC43250
Theory of Human RightsPOL41030
Managing ChangePSY40400
BPS Certificate in Educational TestingPSY40420
Basic counselling and clinical skillsPSY40450
Person Centred Programme DevelopmentPSY40490
Foundations in MindfulnessPSY40580
Psychological InterventionsPSY40650
Clinical Cases in NeuropsychologyPSY40790
Topics in Psychological SciPSY40860
Multielement Behaviour SupportPSY40870
Identity Sexuality & MortalityPSY40880
Embodied & Social Cognitive NeurosciencePSY40910
Psychology & Health: Population-level perspectivesPSY40920
Neurodevelopmental DisordersPSY40930
Comparing Healthcare SystemsSPOL40470

Candidates may apply for admission to the Masters in Psychological Science if they have the following:
• At least an upper second class honours bachelor’s degree in Psychology recognised by the Psychological Society of Ireland or by the Psychology Society of the country in which the degree was awarded (minimum GPA 3.4/4.0)

• At least an upper second class honours Higher Diploma in Psychology (conversion course) recognised by the Psychological Society of Ireland or by the psychology society of the country in which the degree was awarded (minimum GPA 3.4/4.0)

• These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes

Up to 30 students are admitted to the Masters in Psychological Science each year. The closing date for applications for September 2021 entry is Friday 12th March 2021. Applicants in the first instance may contact Mary Boyle mary.boyle@ucd.ie to indicate their interest in applying.

Letters of offer will be sent to applicants within a month of the closing date for applications. Offers to final year undergraduate students will be made contingent on final degree results. Requests for references will be sent with the letters of offer.

Applicants may apply for the online at www.ucd.ie/apply

International Applicants
The School of Psychology welcomes International applications to the Master of Psychological Science programme. Our basic International requirements for the psychology degree are:

- An honours degree with Psychology as a major subject with a minimum GPA of 3.4/4.0
- Completed an independent research project as part of the degree, under the supervision of a member of staff.
- A reference confirming their suitability for graduate training from a full-time tenured staff member of the University from which they received their bachelor degree.
- Students whose first language is not English must meet UCD's English language requirements.

How to apply?
The following entry routes are available:
Master of Psychological Science FT (W241)
Duration
1 Years
Attend
Full Time
Deadline
15-MAR-24

90

1 year full-time. Mode of Delivery: Face-to-Face.

Next Intake: 2024/2025 September.

Careers & Employability
• Equips you for doctoral studies in clinical, counselling, educational or organisational psychology or for progressing to a PhD in psychological research.