MRes Experimental Psychology with Data Science / Entry requirements

We require an honours degree (minimum Upper Second) or overseas equivalent in psychology, including competent research methods knowledge and evidence of a research project/dissertation. A degree in which psychology forms a major component may be acceptable.

You do not need to provide a research proposal with your application.

International students must demonstrate English proficiency through a secure and approved testing system. We ask for English language proof if you are from non-majority English speaking countries (a list of majority English speaking countries, as defined by the UK Home Office, can be found on the GOV.UK website ). Specifically, we require a minimum of:

• IELTS: minimum 7.0 overall with 7.0 in writing and 6.5 or above in the remaining components
• TOEFL: 100 internet-based with 25 in writing and 22 or above in the remaining components

See further information about requirements for your country.

We may also accept evidence of a confirmed place on a University Pre-sessional English language course, if your current IELTS scores are: 

• Minimum 6.5 overall with 6.5 in writing plus enrolment and attendance on the 6-week pre-sessional course (PS6)
• Minimum 6.0 overall with 6.0 in writing plus enrolment and attendance on the 10-week pre-sessional course (PS10)

Please note, we must approve this before you apply for the English course.

Some English Language test results are only valid for two years. Your English Language test report must be valid on the start date of the course.

We accept a range of qualifications from different countries. For these and general requirements, including English language, see entry requirements from your country.