What will I study?

This programme consists of the following modules. You are required to complete 180 credits to achieve a full Master of Science (MSc) and 120 credits to achieve the postgraduate diploma (PGDip).

For more information on the modules, including syllabus and learning outcomes, please download our programme booklet. 

All applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you want to discuss your previous qualifications and experience before applying, please contact us now via LiveChat.

Applicants should possess either:  

• A minimum of a 2:1 class degree in any subject including psychology equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree; 

OR  

• A minimum of a 2:2 class degree in any subject including psychology equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree AND have gained at least two years of relevant professional experience.

Non-psychology applicants will normally require a GCSE Grade 4 (grade C) or GCE O Level pass in Mathematics and English, or an equivalent qualification.

All applicants must provide evidence that they have an English language ability equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5 (overall) and 7.0 (reading and writing).

If you don’t have an IELTS or equivalent certificate, you can take our free online English test to assess your proficiency. You don’t need to prove your English ability if you are a national of or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, any of these countries.

Fees for the academic year 2023/24

MSc: £16,065
PGDip: £10,710

Fees for the academic year 2024/25

MSc: £16,868
PGDip: £11,246

This fee* is fully inclusive of all costs, including all teaching materials, core textbooks, assessments and resits.  

Executive Scholarship

An Executive Scholarship of 15%** is available for our remaining intakes in the 2023/24 academic year for the MSc award. This reduces the total fees from £16,065 to £13,655.25. Contact our admissions team for more information. 

Other scholarships and discounts

You may be able to benefit from the following scholarships and discounts:

• Regional Scholarships of up to 20%. To find out the scholarship offered in your region, please make an enquiry now.
• 10% UK Scholarship for students residing in the United Kingdom for the full master’s award for the 2023/24 academic year.  
• 10% discount for University of Liverpool alumni.
• 5% discount for up-front full tuition fee payment. 

Further support

We aim to make it as easy as possible for you to cover the costs of your studies. You could benefit from:

• Simple monthly payment plan provided to spread the cost over the duration of study 
• Students living in England may be eligible for a postgraduate loan to cover some of the programme cost. 

Please speak to our admissions team for more details of fees, scholarships, discounts and support.

*All tuition fees shown are net of any applicable sales tax payable by you in your country of residence. Where we are required to add sales tax at the local statutory rate, this will be added to the tuition fees shown and confirmed.

Apply for this course by completing a simple online form. 

In order to apply, you will need to provide copies of the following supporting documentation: 

• School or college transcripts/certificates 
• University transcripts and certified translations if applicable 
• Degree certificates 
• Evidence of English language proficiency (EU and international applications only) 
• Personal statement 
• An up-to-date CV 

Acknowledgement of your application 

The admissions team will acknowledge receipt of your application and will pass it to the Department Head and/or appropriate academic department(s) for consideration. 

Students with disabilities 

We welcome applications from students with disabilities and consider them on the same academic grounds as those of other students. If you have a disability, medical condition and/or support needs it is important that you inform the University so that you receive appropriate support. 

Deadlines 

We have regular start dates throughout the year with regular application deadlines. Applicants are encouraged to apply in good time, particularly if they have special requirements. 

On completion of the programme, you will have a foundation in the science of Psychology in four contemporary areas of Organisational and Business Psychology: Leadership, Coaching, Organisational Change, and Global talent management.  The resulting knowledge, skills and attitudes will enable you to put psychological principles into effect in a variety of settings including research, practice and the interface of applied research in organisational settings.  

The scientific aspects of the course, including the application of a reasoned approach, problem solving and manipulation of data, provide useful tools for sustainable performance at an organisational, group and individual level. The understanding about human behaviour and motivation, ability to critically analyse a problem, formulate a considered response, create an argument and generate new ideas, lend themselves well to careers in the general areas of Human Resources, Training and Development, with specific focus on the development of knowledge and skills for independent consulting in areas such as Leadership and Coaching. 

The Department of Psychology at the University of Liverpool is one of the UK’s oldest academic psychology departments, having been established in 1947. We are known for our world-class research, which is focused on improving the health, wellbeing, and lives of societies across the globe. Today we are one of the UK’s leading psychology departments. The latest Research Excellence Framework 2021 placed us joint 1st in the UK for our world-leading (4*) environment and ranked top 10 in the UK for Research Power. 

By studying online with Liverpool, you can gain a highly regarded qualification from a prestigious redbrick university and a member of the Russell Group, a group of 24 research-led UK universities committed to maintaining the highest possible standards of research and education. You will acquire new skills and knowledge, all while continuing to work in your current role.  

The University of Liverpool has been offering online programmes since 2000. We are recognised as one of Europe’s leading providers of wholly online postgraduate degrees. All our programmes are designed for online delivery, and our state-of-the-art learning platform encourages collaboration with fellow professionals from around the world.

Study Online with the University of Liverpool

In this webinar, our team give an introduction to online Psychology programmes at the University of Liverpool, the admissions and enrolment process, the support available to students and a demonstration of how you will study.