Master of Science - Psychology: Interpersonal Violence and Abuse

Explore the MSc in Psychology focusing on interpersonal violence and abuse at the University of Cumbria. Tailor your studies and gain valuable skills. Apply now!

Students who have a background in psychology, sociology or criminology, the MSc course will allow students to gain deeper insight into the effects of being abusive or being abused. Students will develop comprehensive knowledge and understanding of a broad range of topics pertinent to interpersonal violence and abuse. They will examine the impact of abuse in different international, cultural and social contexts, and they will have the chance to examine practice and research from theoretical perspectives. In this course, students will:- Be able to explore and apply psychological literature to current issues, contexts and experiences around interpersonal violence and abuse. Receive high quality support and guidance from the lecturing team who are active in their research and practice. Learn valuable transferrable skills in PG research, which are highly sought after by employers. Have the opportunity to choose topics and areas that they want to learn more about to tailor their learning experience.