The School of Psychology – find your postgraduate course and funding options

Postgraduate study that fits around your life

Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, explore a passion, change direction or take the next step in your career, postgraduate study at Swansea University can help you get there. But it shouldn't mean putting the rest of your life on hold.

From master’s degrees to PhD study, Swansea offers 150+ postgraduate programmes in a wide variety of subject areas which are informed by the latest developments in research and innovation. Some of our courses are flexible with part-time and distance learning options to fit around real lives and real ambitions.

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The School of Psychology

Based within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science, the School of Psychology is dedicated to advancing the understanding of human behaviour and mental processes. The school is renowned for its innovative teaching and research, offering a catalogue of postgraduate programmes that blend theoretical knowledge with practical application. With a focus on critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and real-world relevance, students are equipped with the skills needed to excel in a range of psychology-related careers.

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Swansea University – Where Bright Futures Begin

Outstanding Facilities

Located on the beach-front Singleton Campus, students at the School of Psychology can take advantage of the advanced laboratories equipped for cognitive neuroscience, psychophysiology, and behavioural research, enabling students and researchers to explore complex psychological phenomena. Some of our facilities include a high-density EEG suite, a fully fitted sleep laboratory, a social observation suite, eye-tracking, psychophysiological, tDCS and conditioning labs, a lifespan lab and baby room, plus over 20 all-purpose research rooms. The dedicated spaces such as the observation suites with one-way mirrors and soundproof rooms provide ideal environments for studying human behaviour and conducting experiments. Teaching and learning are also enhanced through modern lecture theatres, interactive seminar rooms, and access to up-to-date software and tools for data analysis.

Funding opportunities

Investing in your future is a big decision. That's why Swansea University offers a range of scholarships, bursaries and funding opportunities to help make postgraduate study more accessible. UK/settled EU students can also access Postgraduate Government Funding — paid directly to you to help with fees and living costs.

Explore the latest funding options and discover what support may be available to help make your postgraduate ambitions a reality.

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Postgraduate Taught and Research Programmes

Discover postgraduate study that fits around your life. Some of our programmes have flexible part-time or distance learning options.

• Clinical Psychology and Mental Health, MSc
• Forensic Psychology, MSc
• Psychology (Conversion) MSc
• Research Methods in Psychology, MSc
• Psychology, PhD/MPhil/ MSc by Research
• Health Psychology, PhD/MPhil

Research programmes have entry points in January, April, July and September each year.

Take the next step

You don't need to have everything figured out today. Sometimes the first step is simply exploring what's possible. Find the course that's right for you, explore your funding options and see where postgraduate study at Swansea University could take you.

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