The University of Edinburgh
Psychology and Linguistics MA (Hons)
The University of Edinburgh

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 100 graduates of Psychology and Linguistics MA (Hons) and other courses in Psychology (Non-Specific) at The University of Edinburgh for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Psychology (Non-Specific).

Overall student satisfaction
71 /100
100 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

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Source: National Student Survey NSS 2023. The Overall student satisfaction data point is from 2022 (latest available year). The Office for Students made the unfortunate decision to discontinue collecting overall student satisfaction data points per course.
All Psychology (Non-Specific) courses of The University of Edinburgh
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Psychology (Non-Specific)

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Psychology (Non-Specific) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24000 £23000 £29000
25-75 percentile range £18500 - £26500 £17000 - £28500 £23000 - £38500
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Psychology (Non-Specific) courses of The University of Edinburgh


Salary of all UK Graduates of Psychology (Non-Specific)

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22251 £21088 £24883
25-75 percentile range £19647 - £25893 £15818 - £25563 £18685 - £30835
Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
All Psychology (Non-Specific) courses in the UK

Course Description

This joint programme enables you to take a range of courses in psychology and linguistics.

Psychology

Psychology courses cover the scientific study of the mind, brain, and behaviour and it is an experimental and observational science. It uses evidence from research studies to develop and evaluate theories.

Our psychology courses have a strong emphasis on developing skills in research methods and statistical analysis using R programming. This supports our research-led teaching.

Psychologists study:

  • how we perceive, think and learn about the world around us
  • the way biological and social factors influence how we behave
  • how interests and abilities differ from person to person
  • how we communicate verbally and non-verbally
  • how and why our mental abilities change across our lives

Linguistics

Linguistics examines how language works. It describes how sounds, words, sentences and conversations combine to express and create meaning.

It also studies:

  • the uses of language in everyday life
  • the ways in which language varies across society and evolves over time
  • how language is mastered by children

Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Psychology (Non-Specific) courses of The University of Edinburgh

Current jobs

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All courses of The University of Edinburgh

Required skill level of job after 15 months

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Psychology (Non-Specific) courses of The University of Edinburgh

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Psychology and Linguistics MA (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh

25% Teaching Professionals
20% Information Technology Professionals
10%
10% Administrative occupations
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Secretarial and related occupations
5% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
5% Elementary occupations
5% Information Technology Professionals
5% Teaching Professionals
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023

Grading & Study Time

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Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

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Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023
This particular course

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 6.5

Total 65 with at least 5.5 in each component.
TOEFL (iBT) 92

Total 92 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
Cambridge English Advanced

Total 176 with at least 162 in each component
Cambridge English Proficiency

Total 176 with at least 162 in each component
Trinity ISE

ISE II with distinctions in all four components
PTE Academic 62

Total 62 with at least 54 in each component
Source: UCAS Dec 4, 2023
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Psychology and Linguistics, MA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Psychology and Linguistics MA (Hons)

Channel Islands £9250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £1820 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
EU £34800 year 1
International £34800 year 1

Additional fee information

Scottish students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) for payment of their tuition fees.

EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union (EU) students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees.

Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme.

Source: UCAS Dec 4, 2023

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.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of The University of Edinburgh in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of The University of Edinburgh in related subject specific rankings.

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #3 
    • #17 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #1 
    • #25 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]
    • #1 
    • #26 
    Psychology
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #7 
    • #29 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #1 
    • #47 
    Psychology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #1 
    • #51 
    Psychology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 27 October, 2023]

See all 40 university rankings of The University of Edinburgh

About The University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh is located in the Scottish city of the same name, and is one of the oldest universities in the entire United Kingdom, having opened in the year 1583. The university enjoys a strong reputation for its contributions to international research efforts, which is reflected in their inclusion in the Russell Group, Universitas 21, and Una Europa. Edinburgh offers its residents a historic yet modern city, with a lively nightlife scene, reliable public transport, and friendly locals.

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