Psychology [with Placement Year] Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Explore the way we think and understand human behaviour with our BPS accredited Psychology degree.

Psychology affects everything we do. You’re curious about people’s thoughts, feelings and behaviour – and that’s what sits at the heart of our BPS accredited Psychology degree.

We’ll encourage you to keep asking questions, to develop the scientific, analytical and research skills you need to become a psychologist. Together, we’ll explore the different facets of psychology including applied, social and clinical psychology, cognitive neuroscience and biological psychology.

By studying BSc (Hons) Psychology at ARU, you’ll immerse yourself in the science of mind and behaviour – and take the first step towards a career as a chartered psychologist.

Why ARU?

* [Our degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society](https://www.bps.org.uk/) and delivered in our world-class Science Centre with dedicated Psychology labs

* Bring the world of work to life through [Live Briefs](https://www.aru.ac.uk/student-life/support-and-facilities/careers-and-employability/innovative-curriculum#live-briefs); designed and developed with regional employers to give you exposure to ‘real world’ problem-solving

* Explore world-leading research with 98% of our Psychology research being recognised as internationally significant (REF 2023)

* We offer [support with the cost of living](https://www.aru.ac.uk/student-life/preparing-for-study/help-with-finances/money-advice-and-support), and Psychology courses deliver compressed teaching across three days of the week, freeing your time for work experience

* In your final year, tailor your degree by choosing from a range of optional modules

* Study abroad opportunities