Psychology

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

Fundamentals in Psychology 1 (40 credits)

This module introduces key theories, research, applications and conceptual and historical issues relating to developmental psychology, social psychology and individual differences.

Psychological Research and Design (20 credits)

This module helps you understand, design and develop research in psychology, with an understanding of the main qualitative and quantitative research methods, their advantages and disadvantages, and areas of application. You will gain skills in writing (scientific) proposals and using the library and online resources for scientific research, plus an understanding of the ethical issues related to conducting research in psychology.

Fundamentals in Psychology 2 (40 credits)

This module introduces further theories, research, applications and conceptual and historical issues relating to cognitive psychology, psychobiology and individual differences.

Psychological Practical's and Statistics (20 credits)

This module provides the skills to answer basic psychological research questions. You will learn how to analyse data using qualitative and quantitative methods, and how to write-up research in the appropriate format.

Year 2

Processes in Psychology (20 credits)

This module strengthens your critical understanding and application of cognitive psychology, psychobiology and neuroscience – as well as physiological and genetic approaches to individual differences. You will explore a diverse range of research, evaluating the application of theories on the basis of relevant empirical evidence.

Psychology in Context (20 credits)

This module strengthens your critical understanding and application of key theories in social psychology, developmental psychology and individual differences.

Research Methods Training (20 credits)

This module extends research design, quantitative and statistical analytical knowledge – providing the skills to undertake more advanced psychological research designs, including competence in using statistical software. You will develop competence in qualitative research approaches and data analysis using a range of different methodologies and methods, engaging in reflective practice and considering the researcher’s role in conducting high quality, ethically sound research.

Applying Psychology (60 credits)

This module provides significant employer interaction and associated learning. You will immerse in work-integrated learning (WIL) projects co-created with external organisations.

Year 3

Inclusive and Ethical Practice in Psychology (20 credits)

This module supports you to develop into a fully ethically aware psychology student – ready to design and carry out psychology projects with the potential for real positive impact. The skills and attributes you’ll develop here will help you prepare for your future career.

The Psychology of Trauma (40 credits)

This module takes a multi-perspective and inter-disciplinary approach to the psychology of trauma. You will explore traumatic experiences from the perspective of the individual experiencing trauma, trauma survivors, family, community and professionals.

Health Psychology (20 credits)

This module introduces psychological theories of health, illness and healthcare – including how individual behaviour, health-related cognitions and wider practices in healthcare delivery may impact on health and wellbeing. You will also explore the link between psychological knowledge and its application to people’s health and wellbeing.?

Psychology Research Project (40 credits)

This module engages in an extensive and independent psychology research project – applying your knowledge and skills to ethics procedures and the production of a substantial written report. The project typically involves the collection of primary, empirical data from participants or equivalent alternatives.

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