Psychology: Research Methods (MSc)

University of Southampton

Explore research methods in Psychology at a global top 100 university. With this MSc you'll graduate equiped to undertake high-quality research in psychology, providing advanced training and structured support to enhance your career and further your studies. Your future career This psychology research methods degree allows you to improve both your basic and advanced research skills. Our graduates often continue their studies to pursue PhDs. Many go on to work with the Office for National Statistics, within the NHS or in private organisations compiling survey data. Key features of this course At Southampton, you'll: work with internationally renowned researchers in the School of Psychology be mentored by an expert in the field when you carry out your own research, culminating in your dissertation learn how to conduct studies, describe your findings and write up the results be encouraged to apply newly acquired concepts, methods, and skills to address research questions relevant to your particular area of interest become fully immersed in active psychology research programmes gain practical, hands-on experience in conducting research Further information Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements. QS World University Rankings 2026

Psychology