Psychology with Foundation Year

If you do not meet the entry requirements for our BSc (Hons) Psychology course, or you would like extra preparation before starting degree-level study, we recommend you join this Foundation Year course.

Are you fascinated by human behaviour and the mind? On our BSc (Hons) Psychology course, you will examine what drives behaviour – from brain physiology to epigenetic interactions, acquiring and developing cognitive skills, social influences and individual differences in personality and motivation. You will graduate ready to change lives.

Year 1

Social and Developmental Psychology (20 credits)

This module introduces students to basic terminology and theory used in social and developmental psychology. The module contains a variety of topics which will be pursued in more detail at Honours level. Social psychology will examine the impact of social influences on human behaviour. Developmental psychology will evaluate changes in the psychology and behaviour of the individual as their age changes.

Academic Study Skills (20 credits)

This module encourages students to develop the academic skills necessary in preparation for undergraduate study. This will include a firm grounding in generic and subject specific writing skills and transferable skills to enhance personal development and employability.

Introduction to Research Methods (40 credits)

This module is a basic guided introduction to the research methods and quantitative data analysis used in psychology. Students will be guided through a range of methods and develop their skills and awareness of the usefulness and limitations of these approaches. Students will gain theoretical understanding and practical skills in qualitative and quantitative methods and data analysis.

Essential Psychology (20 credits)

This module introduces students to a broad foundation of knowledge in the core areas of cognitive psychology, bio-psychology and basic neurochemistry essential to understanding brain and behaviour. Cognitive psychology will introduce students to fundamental theories that influence brain and behaviour, biological psychology will introduce students to the structure of the nervous system and discuss hormonal processes relative to behaviour and psychological wellbeing

Exploring Psychology in Groups (20 credits)

Psychological theory is underpinned by research carried out by key historical and contemporary figures. Students will work in groups to explore a famous historical study with contemporary ethical considerations and then present their work.

On the BSc (Hons) Psychology course you will be assessed through coursework, exams and practical assessments.