Course Overview - Psychology
Understanding human behaviour is not only fascinating, but is highly valued in various contexts – from the diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems to the improvement of performance at work or in sport.
Our BSc (Hons) Psychology degree offers a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of psychological science, and explores how this theory can be applied to real-world issues.
Teaching is influenced by the world-leading and internationally excellent research of our academic staff, who have expertise and professional experience in areas including: eating behavi...
Understanding human behaviour is not only fascinating, but is highly valued in various contexts – from the diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems to the improvement of performance at work or in sport.<br/><br/>Our BSc (Hons) Psychology degree offers a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of psychological science, and explores how this theory can be applied to real-world issues.<br/><br/>Teaching is influenced by the world-leading and internationally excellent research of our academic staff, who have expertise and professional experience in areas including: eating behaviour, chronic illness, parenting and social inclusion, substance abuse and behavioural addictions, sleep quality and mental health, and more.<br/><br/>Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) you are able to tailor the degree to your interests and career aspirations through a range of optional modules.<br/><br/>The degree provides a foundation for postgraduate study or further professional training for careers in counselling or clinical, educational, occupational, forensic or health psychology.<br/><br/>You can choose to study the degree as a three-year course, or over four years to include a placement or study abroad opportunity. Transfer between the three and four-year psychology course options is normally possible.