Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Psychology

With a reputation for academic excellence, practical value and intellectual rigour, the British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited BSc (Hons) Psychology degree is one of the most respected courses of its kind in the UK. This fascinating degree gives students a grounding in all major areas of psychology and their graduates are thoroughly prepared for employment, postgraduate research and professional training.

The Psychology Department is one of the largest of any British university, offering a stimulating environment with high-profile, research-active staff and exceptionally well-equipped labs and computer facilities. In addition to covering core psychology topics, there are a number of specialist modules including individual differences, cyberpsychology, non-verbal behavior, health psychology, cognitive neuropsychology, counselling, clinical psychology, sports psychology, forensic psychology, occupational psychology and educational psychology.

Students can enhance their employability by undertaking a 120 hours of work experience, providing an opportunity to explore how psychology is relevant to a range of work settings. Upon successful completion of the first and second year modules, students can also opt to study abroad and explore different learning environments and cultural contexts. During the final year, learners work with a member of staff to design and carry out their own research project.

Graduates increase their employability with valuable transferable skills, including the ability to think critically, analyze data and communicate effectively. The BSc (Hons) Psychology graduates are highly sought after in many different sectors of society, including marketing and advertising, human resources and communications, public relations and sales, learning and development roles in organizations, criminal justice and rehabilitation, business consultancy and management training, sports and wellbeing, and in government agencies and public bodies. They can also gain further qualifications and work in a University as an academic psychologist.