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MRes Psychology at LSBU – Advance Your Research Career in London

Looking for a research-focused master’s degree in the UK? Looking for a research-focused master’s degree in the UK? The Master of Research (MRes) in Psychology at London South Bank University (LSBU) offers you the chance to work with world-leading academics and develop advanced research skills in one of the most vibrant cities in the world.

This programme is ideal for UK and international students who want to specialise in a chosen research area, develop expertise, and prepare for PhD study or global careers in science and industry.

An MRes is, by definition, an original contribution to knowledge. A research degree is different from a taught course. Research students are expected to self-direct their learning with support from a supervisory team. The teaching and learning style at MRes level takes the form of 1:1 supervision, e-learning and workshops.

Why Choose LSBU for Your MRes?

  • Collaborate with internationally recognised researchers in cutting-edge fields.
  • Access state-of-the-art laboratories and specialist facilities.
  • Join a diverse, global student community in central London.

Specialist Research Areas

A member of staff, expert in the chosen field, is directly responsible for guiding and supporting your research programme. As a research student you'll become part of our thriving academic community. We have psychology research groups in the following areas;

Within each of these areas, we have a number of specific project areas you can undertake research within.  Please see Course Content for a list of currently available projects. We cannot accept applications on other topics.

Research excellence

In the most recent Research Excellence Framework Psychology was rated:

  • 60% of our research was awarded 3* out of 4* - 'very considerable impacts in terms of their reach and significance'
  • 85% of submitted publications to be internationally recognised, internationally excellent or world leading.

Our research has made a difference at many levels: influencing policy and creating new commercial capabilities. Our scientists work in multidisciplinary teams to target major societal challenges in the areas of human health, well-being, performance and behaviour. We apply theory in theses areas to contemporary real world issues by undertaking innovative and rigorous science.

Why Study in London?

London is a global hub for science, innovation, and networking. Studying at LSBU means access to career opportunities, cultural experiences, and professional connections that can shape your future.

Apply now and join LSBU’s international research community — your future starts here.

Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method
ModeFull time Duration2 years Start dateJanuary; February; March; April; May; June; August; September; October; November; December Application code4732 Application method Direct to LSBU
ModePart time Duration3 years Start dateJanuary; February; March; April; May; June; August; September; October; November; December Application code4733 Application method Direct to LSBU

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Location

London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA.

If you are visiting our Southwark Campus, you may wish to use our downloadable campus map (PNG File 466 KB). For information on accessibility, see our DisabledGo access guides. See our location page for more details.

Entry Level Requirements

Need further information? Call us on 0800 923 8888 to discuss entry requirements.

Applicants for a Research Degree programme at LSBU are usually expected to have a good honours degree (2:2 and above) and a relevant postgraduate qualification, preferably a merit at Master's level. Please also supply two academic references as part of your application. You will also be required to show proof of all of your qualifications. If English is not your first language you will be required to prove your competency in English, showing an IELTS score of at least 7.0 at postgraduate level. You will be invited to an interview with your potential supervisor, in person or by telephone, prior to an offer being made.

The course is currently not open to international students.

The course is currently not open to international students.

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Missing English and Maths qualifications?

If you do not have the required English and Maths qualifications needed to satisfy the entry requirements for this programme, we have courses available at our partner College that you can take to upskill in these areas. Find out more at South Bank College.

United Kingdom

£5190

Tuition fees for home students

International

£18200

Tuition fees for international students

Tuition fees are subject to annual inflationary increases. Find out more about tuition fees for Undergraduate or Postgraduate courses.

  • Part-time

    part-time

    MRes Psychology (PT) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
    UK fee: £2595 International fee: £9100
    AOS/LSBU code: 4733 Session code: 1PS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £5190
    International: £18200

    MRes Psychology (PT) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
    UK fee: £2595 International fee: £9100
    AOS/LSBU code: 4733 Session code: 1PS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £5190
    International: £18200

    MRes Psychology (PT) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
    UK fee: £2595 International fee: £9100
    AOS/LSBU code: 4733 Session code: 1PS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £5190
    International: £18200

    MRes Psychology (PT) - Year 2

    The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
    UK fee: £2595 International fee: £9100
    AOS/LSBU code: 4733 Session code: 2PS00
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £5190
    International: £18200

    MRes Psychology (PT) - Year 2

    The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
    UK fee: £2595 International fee: £9100
    AOS/LSBU code: 4733 Session code: 2PS10
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £5190
    International: £18200

    MRes Psychology (PT) - Year 2

    The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
    UK fee: £2595 International fee: £9100
    AOS/LSBU code: 4733 Session code: 2PS20
    Total course fee:

    * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
    UK: £5190
    International: £18200

  • Full-time

    full-time

    MRes Psychology (FT) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
    UK fee: £5190 International fee: £18200
    AOS/LSBU code: 4732 Session code: 1FS00

    MRes Psychology (FT) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
    UK fee: £5190 International fee: £18200
    AOS/LSBU code: 4732 Session code: 1FS10

    MRes Psychology (FT) - Year 1

    The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
    UK fee: £5190 International fee: £18200
    AOS/LSBU code: 4732 Session code: 1FS20

The individual fee for this course is shown above. For more information, including how and when to pay, see our fees and funding section for postgraduate students.

At the LSBU Doctoral College we are committed to supporting and developing professional researchers who are driven to make a difference. We have a range of PhD Scholarships available in partnership with businesses and organisations - and when they're available we'll publish notices on the LSBU Doctoral College site.

Bench Fees

Please note that both tuition fees and bench fees are payable for this course

Bench fees are a standard part of the MRes fee structure at most reputable institutions and are in addition to the main course fees. They cover study related costs such as specialist equipment, study participant fees, research related travel, lab and research consumables, etc. The bench fee for the MRes Psychology is £1,800 per annum.

Course delivery modes and application methods

Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method
Mode Full time Duration 2 years Start date January; February; March; April; May; June; August; September; October; November; December Application code 4732 Application method Direct to LSBU
Mode Part time Duration 3 years Start date January; February; March; April; May; June; August; September; October; November; December Application code 4733 Application method Direct to LSBU

Home/EU postgraduate students and research students should apply through our dedicated application system.

Full details of how to do this are supplied on our How to apply section for postgraduate students and our How to apply section for research students.

International applicants should use our international application system. Full details can be found on our How to apply section for international students.

See our admissions policy (PDF File 1,043 KB) and complaints policy (PDF File 516 KB).

Considering your application

Your application will be circulated to a number of potential supervisors who will look at your academic qualifications, experience and the research proposal to decide whether your research interest is something that could be supervised at LSBU.

There will also be an interview either by telephone or at the University. If you are successful you will be offered a place on a course and informed of the next enrolment date. The whole process normally takes between six to eight weeks, from receipt of your application to a decision being made about your application at the School.

Prepare to start

We help our students prepare for university even before the semester starts. To find out when you should apply for your LSBU accommodation or student finance read the How to apply tab for this course.

Enrolment

Before you start your course we’ll send you information on what you’ll need to do before you arrive and during your first few days on campus. You can read about the process on our Enrolment pages.

Programme Structure

  • Full-time: 18 months, including 12 months dedicated to your thesis.
  • Intensive research training to prepare you for PhD study, industry roles, or academic careers worldwide.

Students undertake research alongside their supervisor and research teams on specific projects. Currently available projects are;

Research Question

Lead Supervisor

Research Group/Centre

Project code

Adult Developmental Dyslexia and the Executive Control of Memory: An EEG study

Dr. Rachael Elward

Lifespan Development

CHLSMRES001

Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Cognitive and mental health effects

Dr. Jamie Smith-Spark

Lifespan Development

CHLSMRES002

Exploring the Supervisory Attentional System in adults with dyslexia

Dr. Jamie Smith-Spark

Lifespan Development

CHLSMRES003

Adult dyslexia and responses to novelty: An EEG study

Dr. Jamie Smith-Spark

Lifespan Development

CHLSMRES004

The influence of alcohol on memory precision

Dr. Georgina Bartlett

Brain Mind & Behaviour

CHLSMRES005

Dyslexia and Visualisation

Dr. Janette Jacobs

Lifespan Development

CHLSMRES006

Smokers’ attitudes, perceptions around, and preferences for, disposable-like versus other types of e-cigarettes

Dr. Catherine Kimber

Nicotine, Tobacco, Vaping RG

CHLSMRES007

Acute effects of nicotine delivered via e-cigarette on non-drug related rewards

Dr. Nicky Rycroft

Nicotine, Tobacco, Vaping RG

CHLSMRES008

How do dual users (smokers who also vape) define and experience ‘satisfaction’ from nicotine use? Implications for developing smoking cessation interventions

Dr. Catherine Kimber

Nicotine, Tobacco, Vaping RG

CHLSMRES009

Collaborative interactions through music and language and their effects on social affiliationElisa CarrusBrain Mind & BehaviourCHLSMRES044
What drives preference for human contact in the AI ageElisa CarrusBrain Mind & BehaviourCHLSMRES045
Melodic expectation and the sense of incompleteness in OCDElisa CarrusBrain Mind & BehaviourCHLSMRES046

Your application should propose a project linked to one of the above research questions. Please ensure you add the project code in your application.

Bench Fees

Please note that both tuition fees and bench fees are payable for this course

Bench fees are a standard part of the MRes fee structure at most reputable institutions and are in addition to the main course fees. They cover study related costs such as specialist equipment, study participant fees, research related travel, lab and research consumables, etc. The bench fee for the MRes Psychology is £1,800 per annum.

Careers

At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:

  • An online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
  • Our Careers Gym offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and finding work experience, as well as regular presentations from employers across a range of sectors.

Our Student Enterprise team can also help you start your own business and develop valuable entrepreneurial skills.

Research skills development

All research students are required to participate in a Key Skills Development programme aimed at developing transferable skills in addition to those employed in carrying out research. Training in research methods is available through frequent research seminars.

When necessary the research student can follow, in part, relevant Masters courses available within the School and in particular units on research methodology. In some cases, research students are encouraged to follow other courses available within the University or externally aimed at improving their general expertise in their chosen areas.

In addition, they may be encouraged to follow language courses aimed at improving their oral and written skills - both essential in their future careers.

Transferable skills

A research degree will equip you with many transferable skills. The self-discipline, the demand for clear analytical thinking, and the ability to turn criticism of others work into something constructive of your own, all constitute a unique training for almost any kind of career. The excitement and satisfaction of finding new facts, a new idea, or a new way of looking at something can be highly rewarding.

Attending conferences

Research students are often sponsored to attend national and international conferences and to meet leading scientists in their fields and to present their research findings. The progress of all research students is formally monitored by the University's Research Degree Committee.

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Contact information

Course Enquiries - UK

Tel: 0207 815 7500