MSc Cyberpsychology
Explore the risks, benefits and complications of human behaviour as we navigate online environments and social media.
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Course overview
About the course
Cyberpsychology intricately explores human interaction with technology and its impact on our behaviour.
Cyberpsychology helps us to understand:
- Why do people behave differently in online environments?
- How has social media changed our interactions? And how has it simultaneously created risks and opportunities?
- What are the online risks for young and old generations, and what can we do about it?
- How can we use different technology, such as AI and robots for good?
You’ll also explore various engaging topics: from the benefits of playing videogames, to how misinformation spreads online, as well as problematic engagement with technology, cybercrime, and digital health! We’re excited to showcase the breadth of Cyberpsychology while establishing a balanced view of the effects on human behaviour.
Throughout Buckingham’s MSc Cyberpsychology, you’ll engage in weekly tutorials with your module tutor, with in-depth and thought-provoking discussions on various topics in Cyberpsychology that enhance your communication skills in small groups.
After building your understanding on human interaction with technology, you will have the opportunity to complement your knowledge with developing practical skills in user experience design.
You will also receive research methods training (quantitative and qualitative) that you will apply on a supervised dissertation research project of your choosing. This will be delivered alongside a module that is specifically focused on developing your professional and career focused skills in preparation for your future.
The programme has a focus on applicability, so you will be constantly developing key skills that will be relevant for future employability.
Course Highlights
- Develop a broad understanding of research methods application (quantitative and qualitative).
- Gain a breadth of knowledge of Cyberpsychology and related practical skills (e.g., consumer behaviour and user experience design).
- Join weekly tutorial meetings for each of the modules.
- Focus on professional skills and career development for future employability.
- Supervised dissertation research project of your choosing.
Course breakdown
You will start the year by developing your understanding around main concepts, theories and debates in Cyberpsychology, alongside a good understanding of Research Methods and their applicability.
This will prepare you for starting your own supervised dissertation research project that you will develop until the end of the degree, alongside the development of practical skills pivotal for a Cyberpsychologist and your future career.
Note: As this is a new starting programme, the content/structure of the programme might change before its start in September 2027.
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Teaching and assessment
We keep class sizes small so you won’t get lost in the crowd. You will be assigned a personal tutor to support you every step of the way, and our academic and student support teams will ensure you have the tools to success in your studies. We value the quality of your learning experience.
Teaching methods
On our MSc Cyberpsychology programme, you will receive high quality teaching using our unique tutorial teaching model. You will have lectures with your whole cohort, seminars of varying sizes, and weekly tutorials with a maximum of seven students in total.
During your research project, you’ll be supervised by a staff member that will help you in developing your project with regular supervision meetings up until the final step of research report submission.
We always aim to combine academic challenge with the transferable skills that will stand you in good stead for future employment. The Buckingham tutorial teaching model means that our students are especially well-prepared compared to other universities to discuss their ideas and communicate their understanding of Cyberpsychology.
This course is taught entirely at our Buckingham campus.
Assessment Methods
The assessment of individual modules within each course varies. Throughout your studies, you will develop a range of skills, from various types of assessments:
- Research proposals and reports
- Portfolio
- Presentations
- Small Viva’s (oral examinations that help with communication skills)
- Conference organisation (to present end of year project)
- Final project report.
After your course
Once you have graduated, you can pursue further study at PhD level in an area of interest in Cyberpsychology. You will also have the opportunity to pursue careers in the industry or academic roles where an expertise in Cyberpsychology is desired.
Expertise in cyberpsychology can be utilised for range of various industries where technology is a key component. Here are just some of the career opportunities and skills that can stem from studying on this MSc in Cyberpsychology degree:
Career opportunities
- In-house cyberpsychology roles across sectors to address human-centred cyber risks and vulnerabilities.
- User experience and user behaviour analysis
- Companies that involve an online presence (e.g., social media, online retail, online marketing)
- Virtual reality platforms
- Postgraduate study (e.g., PhDs)
- Enhancing your current career skills (in education, counselling and clinical practice, health, IT, etc.).
Career skills
- Advanced critical thinking and evaluation
- Strong analytical skill set in using research methods
- The ability to independently design and develop an advanced specialist project in Cyberpsychology
- Digital literacy and organisation
- Communication.
Careers and Employability Support
Our courses strive to effectively combine academic challenge with the transferable skills that will stand you in good stead for future employment. The Buckingham tutorial teaching model means that our students are well prepared as they embark on their careers and future study.
Find out more about our Careers and Employability Service.
Further study
Further your expertise in your field of study with our doctoral degrees.
“Upon completing my postgraduate degree, I have undoubtedly obtained the necessary independent and research skills to embark on my professional journey. The extensive knowledge I have acquired through this advanced degree sets me apart from other candidates, giving me a distinct advantage.”
Eleanor, Postgraduate student
Entry requirements
See our general University entry requirements for information on flexible entry, mature students and alternative qualifications.
Applicants are normally expected to have a minimum of a 2:1 degree in an undergraduate Psychology degree, or a closely related degree with an understanding of psychology research methods and statistics awarded by a UK University or overseas equivalent.
International Applicants
If English is not the student’s first language they must hold an English language qualification (IELTS 6.5 – with 6.0 or above in each component- or equivalent).
Find out about our requirements and see useful information for international applicants:
If you are uncertain whether you will be eligible to apply for this course, please contact our Admissions team.
Course fees
The fees for this course are:
| Start | Type | 1st Year | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|
Month Year Full-time (2 Years) | UK | £00,000 | £00,000 |
| INT | £00,000 | £00,000 | |
Month Year Full-time (2 Years) | UK | £00,000 | £00,000 |
| INT | £00,000 | £00,000 |
The University reserves the right to increase course fees annually in line with inflation linked to the Retail Price Index (RPI). If the University intends to increase your course fees it will notify you via email of this as soon as reasonably practicable.
Course fees do not include additional costs such as books, equipment, writing up fees and other ancillary charges. Where applicable, these additional costs will be made clear.
Scholarships and bursaries
How to apply
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