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Master of Science in Social Psychology

University of Kent - Canterbury Campus

UK,England

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 20,000/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

Apply Date

UK, England

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1965

Total Students: 25,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Canterbury CT2 7NB, United Kingdom

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Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Social Psychology

Program Overview

Immerse yourself in modules exploring the psychology of intergroup behaviour, social cognition and attitudes and persuasion, relating this social psychological research to social problems. Taught by world-leading experts, in a leading centre for social psychology, developing you into an independent thinker ready to continue onto a doctorate or train as a psychologist.

Reasons to study MSc Social Psychology at Kent

In the recent Research Excellence Framework (REF), 80% of our Psychology research was classified as 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent', showing the impact of our research.
You’ll be part of a Master’s (MSc) programme that has been recognised by the UK Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) as meeting the nationally recognised criteria for preparation training for PhD research
You’ll benefit from ongoing support in your studies through our peer mentoring scheme, including tailored support for statistics, as well as dedicated academic advisors
Be part of the School that is highly regarded as a leading European centre for postgraduate research
You’ll benefit from a dedicated MSc common room, equip with computers up to date with the software you will require
We have a strong track record of attracting ESRC research studentship funding
You can test out your own theories and hypotheses in our excellent facilities, including brain stimulation and virtual reality laboratories

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

21 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

12 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
sep 2024		Closed
sep 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 20,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of Kent - Canterbury Campus

CAD 9,207 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - 5.5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80.0 Minimum Listening - 19.0 Minimum Reading - 20.0 Minimum Writing - 19.0 Minimum Speaking - 22.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 63.0

Minimum Level of Education Required:To be accepted for this program, students must have a Bachelor's degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Careers

Our postgraduate students commonly go into the fields of health, teaching or further education. For instance, many of our graduates take up roles as assistant psychologists in the NHS with a view to becoming a professional clinical or forensic psychologist. Upon completing our Master’s courses, graduates have also pursued doctoral study and academic careers at higher education institutions.

The programmes we offer help you to develop general critical, analytic and problem-solving skills that can be applied in a wide range of settings.

Professional recognition

All of our taught Master’s (MSc) programmes have been recognised by the UK Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) as meeting the nationally recognised criteria for preparation training for PhD research.

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.