Clinical Psychology

Course Overview

In a time when mental health issues are increasing – and increasingly recognised – Clinical Psychology has never been more crucial. Playing your part starts right here.

Why study with us

• This is an excellent platform for progression to postgraduate study, taking you on to a career as a practising Clinical Psychologist.

• You can work with state-of-the-art facilities including our Clinical Health Psychology Suite, Brain Imaging Laboratory and more.

• In your final year you will complete a research project in an area of Clinical Psychology and study two modules dedicated to providing an understanding not only of assessment and treatment but also clinical practice, research and service delivery.

What you’ll do

• In addition to a core of modules, you’ll also have the chance to focus on other areas, like forensic criminal psychology, neuropsychology and more.

• Throughout your studies, we’ll provide you with Student Membership of the British Psychological Society – giving you a range of benefits, including the monthly magazine - The Psychologist - and information about the latest job opportunities

• As your interests and strengths develop, you could take advantage of our flexible courses to change the focus of your study to any of our other psychology courses, including Forensic Psychology, Neuropsychology or the Psychology of Child Development.

Accreditations

• This course is accredited by the BPS, the learned and professional body, incorporated by the Royal Charter, for Psychology in the UK. We will provide you with the breadth and depth of knowledge that allows you to graduate with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) provided you achieve at least a lower second class honours degree.

Future careers

Our Clinical Psychology BSc (Hons) degree not only offers a vital step in the path toward a career in professional clinical practice, but can also offer a route into a range of other specialisms across all areas of psychology - not just health and social care settings.

Please visit The University of Central Lancashire’s website for the latest information about our modules.