This unique programme offers an opportunity for advanced training in the psychology of individual differences. You will gain knowledge and skills in two of the key subdivisions in the field, namely personality and cognitive abilities (intelligence).
These entry requirements are for the 2026-27 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2027-28 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2026.
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in psychological, biological or social sciences, or any similar subject based on methodological and statistics studies.
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You must take these courses
Psychological Research Skills
PSYL11065
20 credits
Seminar in Intelligence
PSYL11078
20 credits
Dissertation in Individual Differences Psychology
PSYL11033
60 credits
Multivariate Statistics and Methodology using R
PSYL11098
20 credits
Univariate Statistics and Methodology using R
PSYL11099
20 credits
Seminar in Personality
PSYL11107
20 credits
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