If you are fascinated with behaviour and wonder why people do what they do, then our psychology course – which is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) – will be ideal for your questioning mind.
On this course you will
- have the opportunity to research a topic of your own choosing for your dissertation in the final year
- have access to support throughout the degree from award winning personal tutors, fantastic psychology Technicians and Module leaders who are happy to arrange additional module tutorials on request
- complet...
If you are fascinated with behaviour and wonder why people do what they do, then our psychology course – which is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) – will be ideal for your questioning mind.<br/><br/>On this course you will <br/>- have the opportunity to research a topic of your own choosing for your dissertation in the final year<br/><br/><br/>- have access to support throughout the degree from award winning personal tutors, fantastic psychology Technicians and Module leaders who are happy to arrange additional module tutorials on request<br/><br/><br/>- complete assessments that measure your understanding and critical thinking about psychology, as well as encouraging the application of theory to ‘real world’ problems<br/><br/><br/>- have access to a diverse range of facilities including our psychometric lab, flight simulator, high-tech sports performance lab, experimental cubicles and simulation lab <br/><br/><br/>- study core modules relating to social psychology, individual differences, cognitive psychology and psychobiology, which will enable you to gain a greater understanding of social interaction, individual development, and the way in which the brain interprets information <br/><br/><br/>- over the course of the degree be taught the skills needed to conduct both qualitative and quantitative research; with a module solely dedicated to qualitative research <br/><br/><br/>- gain transferrable skills that are desirable by employers <br/><br/><br/>- have the opportunity to research a topic of your own choosing for your dissertation in the final year<br/><br/><br/>- be part of small yet diverse class sizes <br/><br/><br/>- *This course has been rated as part of the CHA3 subject group ranked 10th in the UK and 1st out of Welsh universities for teaching on my course in the National Student Survey 2022.<br/><br/><br/>- *This course has been rated as part of the CHA3 subject group ranked joint 3rd in the UK and 1st out of Welsh universities for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2022.<br/><br/><br/>- *This course has been ranked 1st in the UK as part of the Psychology subject league table for Teaching Quality as well as 3rd in the UK and 1st in Wales for Student experience in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.<br/><br/><br/>Key Course Features <br/>- Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) – you will also have the opportunity to attend and present at the BPS conference in your final year<br/><br/><br/>- Small and Friendly department with a research active academic team; who are fully supportive of student research interests. This includes supporting students in their final year to pursue their own research ideas in the form of an individual research project, which is supported and guided by their supervisor; this forms the final year dissertation<br/><br/><br/>- There are opportunities within each module for you to gain hands-on-experience of the applicability of theory and/or develop student research skills. We believe that psychology is about real life and formal lectures should be enhanced by experiential learning. Psychology is an applied science, and we believe that it is important that students are able to apply theory in a practical way<br/><br/><br/>- You will take part in our Annual Psychology Enrichment Week, which was commended by the BPS: “The enrichment week is an opportunity for students and staff to provide approachable networking opportunities and assists to develop a broad range of skills including presentation skills which is fundamental in developing psychological literacy. These skills are essential transferable skills that students were able to use reflecting upon their academic and personal experiences.” <br/><br/><br/>- Dedicated qualitative research methods module, which provides you with the knowledge and understanding needed to conduct a qualitative research project<br/><br/><br/>- Your will be given the opportunity to take part in our annual real-time Crime Scene Day learning simulation – where students from different departments come together to act out, witness, investigate and report on a high-profile crime that has taken place on campus<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Wrexham
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
1C47
Institution Code
G53
Points of Entry
Foundation
UCAS Tariff48 72 Our general entry requirement for the foundation year is 48-72 UCAS tariff points but all applications are considered individually and we consider work experience, vocational training/qualifications as well as motivation and potential to succeed. The programme welcomes applications from anyone who can demonstrate a commitment to the subject and the potential to complete their chosen programme successfully. This can be established by showing appropriate academic achievements or by demonstrating that they possess the knowledge and ability equivalent to the academic qualifications. Scottish Higher48-72 UCAS Tariff points Access to HE Diploma48-72 UCAS Tariff points International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme48-72 UCAS Tariff points from International Baccalaureate Certificates Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)48-72 UCAS Tariff points Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)ASAccepted alongside A-Levels as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement. Scottish Advanced Higher48-72 UCAS Tariff points Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal48-72 UCAS Tariff points Extended ProjectAccepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff point requirement. Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Accepted alongside Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Level as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement. A level |
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