MSc Psychology of Religion

Key Facts

• Unique course, only taught at one other University in the UK
• The course is delivered entirely online through e-learning
• Virtual meetings are held with fellow students and tutors
• You will use forums to interact with others on the course  
• Our division of psychology is research-active in this specialist area
• This course will provide you with the skills necessary to conduct your own empirical study

Indicative modules include:

• Psychology of Religion: an introduction
• Research Methods
• Mental Health, Religion and Culture
• Individual Differences and Religion
• The Social Psychology of Religious Experience, Belief and Behaviour 
• Positive Psychology and Religion
• Dissertation

Career Opportunities

This course will be of interest to those working in careers that require an understanding of people’s beliefs and values: e.g. clergy, health care professionals, social workers, psychologists and teachers. It provides an excellent base for further study within the field of the psychology of religion.

Entry Requirements

The programme is open to both Psychology graduates and graduates in other disciplines. It is expected that students will have gained at least a 2.2 honours degree.

Course Duration

Full-time:
1 year
E-learning
Start month: September

Part-time:
3 years
E-learning
Start month: September

For some students a DBS check (previously known as CRB), may be necessary depending on the focus of their independent study