Melissa,
I think that whether or not you would be able to apply for APL for modules
from an Applied Psych MSc (so that this would enable you to miss out a
couple of modules from a more specific MSc such as Forensic Psychology)
would depend on the regulations of the institution running the Forensic
course. Some institutions now don't allow APL for modules that have already
been 'used' to acquire a qualification of the same level (ie you can't use
the same modules for two MScs). The insitution would also need to consider
whether or not the modules were equivalent to its own. Even if you could do
this and obtain the second MSc using some of the Applied Pysch modules then
your 'Forensic' qualification may not enable you to be chartered as it would
not be the same MSc that was accredited by the BPS. Therefore I doubt if
APL would be an option though probably the only way to check this out fully
is to speak to someone from a Forensic course. I used to teach on an MSc in
applied psych and we were always very clear that it did not lead to any of
the applied careers in psychology or exempt the students from any part of
these. However, I can imagine that it might be a very useful starting point
for a PhD in an applied area. Also it can improve your academic credibility
when applying to another postgraduate course.
If you're really unsure if an area of psychology is for you, could you
perhaps think about working as an assistant psychologist or research
assistant in that area? You could maybe even do this alongside an applied
psych MSc if you could take a part-time route, though this might be quite a
heavy work load.
Hope you decide what to do.
Dawn
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From: "Horrocks Matthew" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Tuesday, September 19, 2006 10:11 AM
Subject: Re: Which MSc???
Hi Melissa
Attached here is the current BPS 'map' of working towards charter ship,
under the current and existing arrangements, if you want to achieve
charter ship (to practice) you would have to complete a relevant MSc /
doctoral course, designed to fulfil the criterion towards charter-ship
with the relevant division of the BPS (e.g. Forensic, Educational, etc.)
I'm not sure that the Applied Psychology Msc. would be eligible to be
considered in lieu of a more specific Msc, for chartership purposes, but
my understanding is that achievement of the Msc in Applied Psychology,
may allow you to apply for APL (accreditation of prior learning) and
potential dispensation from some of the academic requirements for
certain modules on the more specifically focused Masters courses.
Does that sound right as far as other people are aware?
Best wishes, Matt.
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From: Research of postgraduate psychologists.
[mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Melissa Deal
Sent: 19 September 2006 01:02
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Subject: Which MSc???
Hi, I'm looking for a bit of advice please! I'm hoping to start an MSc
Applied Psychology soon, but am wondering what it can lead to
afterwards? I
am really interested in the forensic side of things and although the MSc
Forensic Psychology looked really good everywhere, I wanted to keep my
options open (because i'm always changing my mind and i like a few areas
in
psychology) so figured applied would give me research methods as well as
2
or 3 applied areas. If I do decide to go into forensic psychology
afterwards though, do I then have to go and do a masters in forensic
psychology? I'm going to be doing a couple of modules in that field in
the
applied course, so will that count for much? Is it a good idea to do
this
course or is it going to be a waste of time if i have to do another
masters
afterwards?!
I'm so confused!!! Oh just for info... also would love to do a phd at
some
point too!
I'd be really grateful for any help/advice!
Thanks, Mel xxx
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