Taught Postgraduate Admissions Policy - School of Psychology 2021-22

Please see the School of Psychology webpages for the course list, typical entry requirements, and accepted qualifications.

Exceptions to the typical academic requirements may be made when an applicant demonstrates significant relevant experience and their potential for benefiting from the course is clear. Applicants without a degree in psychology but who have relevant voluntary or work experience may be considered for entry to the courses, for example those working in a healthcare setting. However, the minimum requirement of an upper second class undergraduate degree still applies.

Please refer to the University of Leeds Taught Admissions Policy.

The School of Psychology does not accept applications from those who are seeking advanced entry on postgraduate courses. All applications must be made for the full programme of study.

Accreditation of Prior Learning

Accredited Prior Learning (APL) is a process undertaken by the University in order to assess and, as appropriate, recognise prior experiential learning or prior certificated learning for academic purposes. For further information see the Advanced Entry section of the University of Leeds Taught Admissions Policy.

All applicants should apply online. If an application deadline is in place, this will be stated on Coursefinder and the completed application must be submitted by this date.

The School of Psychology does not offer courses on a part-time basis.

The School of Psychology will consider applications from those who have previously applied to the institution.

The School of Psychology considers applications from candidates who have previously studied at the institution in line with the University of Leeds Taught Admissions Policy.

Applicants who wish to defer an offer of a place to the following academic year should make the request via the Applicant Portal by 1 April 2022.

The personal statement of the application form helps us to assess the nature of the applicant’s interest in the academic subject and is an important part of the selection process. It is essential that applicants take this opportunity to demonstrate their enthusiasm and aptitude for the academic subject. An applicant may be assessed based on the strength of their statement relative to others in their cohort, and/or based on criteria set by the academic school.

Interviews do not form part of the School of Psychology’s standard admissions process however, in some cases, an applicant may be invited for an interview if it will help inform whether or not an offer should be made.

If invited to interview, the applicant will receive an email invitation from the school to attend an interview on a specific date.

Interview methods may vary depending on the circumstances and/or geographical location of the applicant. For example, interviews may take place on a one to one basis or via Skype, video conferencing or telephone.

Where possible the School of Psychology will accommodate requests for alternative interview dates, however an alternative cannot be guaranteed.

Relevant voluntary or work experience may be taken into account when an application is assessed.

Please refer to the University of Leeds Taught Admissions Policy for information on how decisions will be communicated by the University.

Unsuccessful applicants who wish to request feedback on the reason for the outcome of their application should do so in line with the Feedback section of the above policy, using the relevant email address contact in the Useful contacts and resources section below.

Generally, where applicants request feedback on why they have not been admitted, feedback will be given. However, please note that initial feedback is given as standard to all unsuccessful candidates who apply via the Applicant Portal.

As per the University of Leeds Taught Admissions Policy, applicants who have sought feedback and wish to challenge the decision made on their application should contact the Faculty Admissions Manager, whose details can be found in the Useful contacts and resources section below.