Kingston University
Behavioural Decision Science MSc
Kingston University

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Course Description

Reasons to choose Kingston – Specialist facilities including eye-tracking equipment, a behavioural lab, online research tools and software, an observation suite, and neuropsychological test apparatus. – Lectures delivered by highly-regarded researchers in the fields of decision-making, thinking and risk. – Opportunity to undertake a work or research placement project, allowing you to directly apply the knowledge you gain.

About this course Behavioural decision science applies psychological insights into human behaviour to explain how, when, and why people make decisions.

This course examines the application of psychology, behavioural science and behavioural economics to policy, intervention and behaviour change in areas such as health, finance, sustainability, sports, economics, politics and consumer behaviour.

You will gain a firm basis in the theory and practice of cognitive science and decision-making, exploring research relevant to decision-making, wellbeing and policy-making.

Example modules – Applications of Behavioural Decision Science – The Psychology of Thinking, Judgement and Decision-Making – Applications of Psychological Research

Career opportunities Graduates work as behavioural scientists, user research executives, behavioural insight consultants, education managers, and research consultants, for organisations such as Simply Business, The Honeycomb Works, BPI Music, Sports England, BP and Lloyds Banking Group as well as other non-profit organisations, local government organisations, and higher education institutions.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All other courses
    • 6.0
    • Foundation / Pathway Courses
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Behavioural Decision Science, MSc, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Behavioural Decision Science MSc

EU £16200 year 1
England UK £9860 year 1
Northern Ireland £9860 year 1
Scotland £9860 year 1
Wales £9860 year 1
International £16200 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

University Rankings

Positions of Kingston University in top UK and global rankings.

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About Kingston University

Founded in 1899, Kingston University is located in the suburban town of Kingston upon Thames, London. The university’s four campuses can be found in and around the town centre, with a free shuttle bus helping students to get there. This university offers what they call Flexi-stay accommodation, which allows students to book rooms in their residence halls for periods in which they expect to be studying exceptionally hard.

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Student composition of Kingston University

undergraduates:
12155
postgraduates:
4525
Total:
16680
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Where is this programme taught

Penrhyn Road Campus
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