About this course
Durham University offers MA Psychology by Research as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Research) programme in Psychology. Based in Durham, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £30,750 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 7 overall or TOEFL iBT 90. Intakes run across 2 windows (Start Dates are available throughout the year (2027) and Start Dates are available throughout the year (2026)).
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Two Reference Forms completed by your referees Reference Form (Postgraduate Research)Copies of degree Certificate or Transcript of Marks to dateCVResearch proposalIf a non-native English speaker, evidence of English language ability As a guide, you’ll usually need at least a 2:1 honours degree or its equivalent. We evaluate these using the written application as well as interview (by Skype if necessary). The minimum criteria are a 2(i) at undergraduate level or Masters qualification in a relevant subject and (in applicants who do not have English as a first language)
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Start Dates are available throughout the year (2027)
- ▸Start Dates are available throughout the year (2026)
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
