Successful Admission to the Pre-Master’s Program with Progression to MSc in Psychological Science at Queen’s University Belfast
Why Our Team Recommended This Option:
- One of the UK’s and World’s Top Universities: Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) is not only one of the oldest institutions in the UK but also renowned for its teaching quality. Ranked in the top 25 universities in the UK by The Complete University Guide 2023 and among the top 200 worldwide, QUB offers an excellent academic environment.
- Specialized Academic Program: The MSc in Psychological Science is an intensive, British Psychological Society-accredited program, enabling a career in psychology even for students from different academic backgrounds.
- Career Prospects: Queen’s University Belfast is highly regarded by UK employers, consistently ranked among the top 15 most sought-after institutions in the country.
- Faculty Infrastructure: The School of Psychology is equipped with specialised labs for research in human experimental psychology, motion and perception, individual differences, social psychology, child development, psychophysiology, and animal behavior – providing all necessary resources for comprehensive academic research.
- Additional Opportunities: Beyond academics, students can gain life, academic, and professional skills through internships, volunteering, clubs, societies, and sports. Graduates leave with both a prestigious degree and international practical experience, along with a broader life perspective.
Comprehensive Support from The Academic Advisor:
It’s common for us to assist students looking to pivot to a new field of study, and that was the case here. To make this transition as smooth as possible, we recommended the Pre-Master’s program. Our goal was to secure admission with a January 2024 start, so selecting a program with a winter intake was crucial.
In planning a Pre-Master’s pathway, it’s essential to piece together the full academic journey, ensuring the preparatory program aligns well with the master’s progression.
Our student expressed a strong interest in cognitive psychology within their master’s program, so we thoroughly reviewed all options to recommend the best fit. Another request was to study outside of London. Out of seven universities considered, QUB proved to be the best match across all criteria.
Starting the application process in early autumn, our student successfully commenced their studies in Belfast by January 2024!