• Have you completed an undergraduate degree in psychology with a first class grade?
• Do you want training in scientific working practices?
• Do you want a more in-depth knowledge of psychological challenges, theories and methods?
• Are you interested in acquiring specialist knowledge?

The MS in psychology is a theoretical graduate programme open to students who have completed a BA or BS degree with a first class grade.

In order to be admitted to the MS programme, a student must have a supervisor who is a permanent member of teaching staff.

The programme involves training in scientific methods, as well as participation in courses at the postgraduate level. The core of the programme is a research project and the writing of articles or a thesis based on the project. Other credits shall be earned through participation in courses, seminars or reading courses.

The student shall produce a research plan in collaboration with the supervisor. The research plan must be complete by the end of the second semester.

Programme structure

The programme is 120 ECTS and is organised as two years of full-time study or a maximum of three years of part-time study.

The programme is made up of:

• Courses, 60 ECTS
• Master’s thesis, 60 ECTS

Organisation of teaching

This programme is taught in Icelandic but reading materials are in English.

Main objectives

After completing the programme, students should, for example:

• be able to conduct independent research
• have the skills required to explain scientific findings
• have in-depth knowledge and a thorough understanding of a specific area of psychological research

Other

Completing the programme allows you to apply for doctoral studies

• See the PhD in psychology

• CV
• Statement of purpose
• Reference 1, Name and email
• Reference 2, Name and email
• Supervisor/supervising teacher at the University of Iceland
• Certified copies of diplomas and transcripts

• Proof of English proficiency

Further information on supporting documents can be found here

The University of Iceland collaborates with over 400 universities worldwide. This provides a unique opportunity to pursue part of your studies at an international university thus gaining added experience and fresh insight into your field of study.

Students generally have the opportunity to join an exchange programme, internship, or summer courses. However, exchanges are always subject to faculty approval.

Students have the opportunity to have courses evaluated as part of their studies at the University of Iceland, so their stay does not have to affect the duration of their studies.

• More about the possibility of exchange studies abroad.

Completing an MS in applied psychology allows you to apply for doctoral studies, as well as many specialist positions that require precise and scientific working methods. The MS in applied psychology does not confer professional recognition as a psychologist.

An education in this area can open up opportunities in:

• Research
• Leadership
• Policy making
• Consulting

This list is not exhaustive.

Eros is the organisation for graduate students in psychology at UI. Eros organises a busy social calendar, including workplace tours, events and a spectacular annual gala in the spring semester. Eros also advocates for students and represents them in communications with the Faculty. There are also often Facebook groups for specific year groups.

• More about the UI student's social life.