BSc Psychology
Entry requirements
A level: ABB to include an acceptable Science subject (See Acceptable Science Subjects below) + GCSE Mathematics grade B/6. OR AAB + GCSE Mathematics grade B/6. IB: 33 points overall, including 6,5,5 at Higher Level to include an acceptable Science subject (See Acceptable Science Subjects below). If not offered at Higher Level/GCSE then Standard Level grade 5 in Mathematics would be accepted. OR 34 points overall, including 6,6,5 at Higher Level. If not offered at Higher Level/GCSE then Standard Level grade 5 in Mathematics would be accepted.
About this course
BSc in Psychology, exploring the scientific study of mind and behaviour. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, Psychological Assessment, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Human Behaviour. This three-year degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society and offers students the option to undertake a year-long paid professional placement after the second year.
Modules
- Using Psychology in Everyday Life 1
- Using Psychology in Everyday Life 2
- Introduction to Social Psychology, Individual Differences, and Perception
- Introduction to Developmental, Biological, and Cognitive Psychology
- Introduction to Research Methods, Ethics, and Conceptual Issues in Psychology
- Introduction to Quantitative and Qualitative Analyses in Psychology
- Developmental, Cognitive and Social Psychology
- Individual Differences, Conceptual Issues and Psychobiology
- Research Methods and Data Analysis 1
- Research Methods and Data Analysis 2
- Psychology Thesis
- Ageing: Mind, Brain and Behaviour
- Psychologists at work: Insights Into Graduate Employment
- Using Nudges to Change Behaviour
- Introduction to Political Psychology
- Depression and Anxiety
- Forensic Psychology and Crime
- Contemporary Issues in Mental Health and Addiction
- Introduction to Cultural Psychology
- International Collaboration: Psychology towards Global Goals
- The Development of Numeracy
- Using Psychology to Tackle Social Issues: The Role of Applied Research and Evaluation
- Understanding Sport and Exercise Psychology
- An Introduction to Statistical Analysis in R
- Neuropsychology
- The Psychology of Art and Music