Psychology (with placement year) BSc (Hons)

Study our BPS accredited psychology course to systematically investigate the depths and heights of mind and behaviour. Become an expert at the research needed to make a positive impact on people’s lives and tackle the difficult issues affecting the world right now.<br/><br/>Understanding and helping people has never been more important, meaning there are many career options our psychology graduates successfully pursue. These include working in psychology, health, business, sports, criminal justice, human resources, research, and education settings, to name a few.<br/><br/>You’ll be able to design and carry out investigations in our psychology laboratories, and will undertake a research project in your final year.<br/><br/>We offer clear Masters and PhD progression routes from this BSc (Hons) programme. Entry to areas such as clinical, occupational, forensic, counselling, health or educational psychology requires a postgraduate qualification following a first degree in psychology which is accredited by the British Psychological Society.<br/><br/>**Placement Year**<br/>This programme provides the option for students to undertake a work placement between Stages 2 and 3, or study a year abroad.<br/><br/>**Professional accreditation**<br/>Our undergraduate psychology degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), assuring the quality of our teaching and your degree. All practising psychologists and Chartered Psychologist must have a British Psychological Society accredited degree and a postgraduate qualification and be registered with the Health and Care Professionals (HCPC).

The University of Bradford is a place where great things happen. Expect a welcoming city centre campus, approachable lecturers, understanding and helpful support services, a lively community of sports and societies, and a culturally diverse city right on your doorstep. The Students’ Union is there for you from day one and offers loads of societies to help you get involved and make you feel at home.<br/><br/>All degrees at Bradford are geared towards employability. They're designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and practical training to make you feel confident, competent and ready to leave your mark on the world.<br/><br/>You can become the very best version of yourself at Bradford. You'll be supported every step of the way to make sure you reach your full potential, both academically and personally.<br/><br/>At Bradford, you get a real-world education, and you'll develop the skills that employers actually need. Bradford encourages students to undertake placement years to gain experience, and while at the university, you'll have access to renowned lecturers and cutting-edge facilities.