BSc (Hons) Psychology with professional training year

Learn from nurturinglecturers who are active researchers in behavioural, clinical, cognitive, developmental, personality and social psychology, whose work is used by governments, health professionals and industry. Take advantage of one of the only psychology degrees in the UK with a Professional Training placement scheme, where youll gain valuable work experience in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, human resources and marketing. Conduct your own experiments in our brain imaging suites, extended reality (XR) labs and other state-of-the-artpsychologyfacilities. Select from a wide choice of British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited final-year modules where you will explore topics like neurodevelopmental disorders, mental health, brain injury, sustainable behaviour and more.

On this course, youll study the scientific evidence of behaviour, mental health and neuropsychological functioning, to understand what makes us who we are, how our minds work, and what influences our decisions and social relationships. In your first year, youll study core areas of psychology and research methods, to develop your foundations of psychological literacy. This will be supported by small group skills tutorials. Our first year uses a supported transition approach, so you are specifically taught how to learn effectively at university alongside the psychological material. In your second year, youll learn about contemporary issues that impact every area of psychology. Youll also complete a module that supports your professional skills development, covering placements, job preparation and career options available in the psychology field.

A-level Overall: ABB. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass. Required subjects: N/A. Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Foundation year: A-level CCC (or equivalent) GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade C(4) and Mathematics at grade C(4) (or equivalent). Grade B(5) in Mathematics and English Language would be preferable but not essential. International Baccalaureate Overall: 33. Required subjects: N/A. GCSE or equivalent: English and Maths at HL4/SL4 (including MYP). IELTS Academic - 6.5 Overall with 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in each other element. TOEFL iBT - 88 Overall with Reading 18, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 19.