Dublin City University

Psychology and Wellbeing (MSc)

Dublin City University

Degree:Master
Field of Study:Psychology, General
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $37,166

This cost is an approximate conversion from European Euros (EUR) to Canadian dollars (CAD).



Careers:Psychologists

Description:

If you’re a psychology graduate keen to advance your career and you’re passionate about wellbeing, this is the course for you. It’s also perfect for psychologists who want to develop their professional skill set.

The only psychology Master’s of its kind in Ireland, this pre-professional programme explicitly focuses on the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities – an attractive area for prospective employers.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*75
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Requirements:

    Have a relevant undergraduate degree in psychology (or equivalent - e.g. psychology conversion) with a minimum H2.1 or equivalent

     

     Candidates must demonstrate eligibility for graduate membership of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). British Psychological Society (BPS) is also accepted; Specifically:

    • The study of psychology should be spread over at least three conventional academic years (or at least 12 months in the case of a conversion programme)
    • The modules upon which their primary degree classification is calculated consisted of at least 50% psychology modules.
    • These modules must cover the core areas of psychology as identified by the PSI Biological Bases of Behaviour, Developmental and Lifespan Psychology, Social Psychology, Personality and Individual Differences, Cognitive Psychology, Research Design, Quantitative and Qualitative Methods (including Practical Component) and should include a capstone research project.
    • The course should address ethical principles for psychological research and professional practice.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based)
    Additional Admission Requirements:

      RPL applications can be considered for some of our programmes, where experience obtained in a work-based environment or gained from life experiences can be taken into consideration to determine eligibility. Before submitting an RPL application it is best advised that you reach out to the programme chair in the first instance. If an RPL application is to be submitted please ensure to upload the RPL application cover sheet, so your application is correctly identified and processed as an RPL application.  

      * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

      * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

      Modified on November 11, 2026

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