BSc Hons Psychology

The BSc Psychology course at Leeds Beckett University integrates experiential learning throughout, offering students numerous opportunities to apply their knowledge in practical and professional contexts.

Research and Practical Work:
From the outset, students are involved in active research. This includes conducting laboratory experiments, designing surveys, holding interviews, and running focus groups. These experiences help build competence in psychological methods and data analysis. In the final year, each student undertakes an independent research project, supported by academic supervisors with expertise in diverse psychological fields.

Placement Opportunities:
An optional placement year allows students to gain real-world experience in organisations related to psychology. These may include mental health services, educational support centres, rehabilitation facilities, and community outreach programs. Placement experiences help students develop professional skills, build networks, and enhance their CVs.

Course-Based Projects:
Modules often involve practical coursework that simulates real psychological work. These include case studies, applied research tasks, reflective practice, and the creation of intervention plans. Assessments are designed to mirror professional activities, ensuring students gain relevant and transferable skills.

Access to Specialist Labs:
Students can use dedicated psychology laboratories, including the Biopsychology Lab, to explore topics such as cognitive function, stress, language processing, and emotion. These facilities support both structured coursework and independent exploration.

The BSc Psychology degree at Leeds Beckett University provides a strong foundation for both professional employment and further academic study. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), the course enables graduates to gain Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), a critical step for anyone wishing to train as a professional psychologist.

Further Study and University Progression
On successful completion of the course, students are well-positioned to progress to postgraduate study, either at Leeds Beckett or other leading universities in the UK and abroad. Many choose to specialise through master’s programmes in areas such as Clinical Psychology, Counselling, Health Psychology, Forensic Psychology, or Educational Psychology. The course team also provides guidance and support for those preparing applications to competitive postgraduate programs.

Career Opportunities
Graduates pursue careers across sectors including mental health, education, social care, business, research, and the criminal justice system. The degree equips students with transferable skills such as critical thinking, communication, and data analysis, which are valued by employers in both psychology-specific and general graduate roles.

Work-Ready Preparation
Through placements, research projects, and applied assessments, students develop real-world experience throughout the course. These experiences, combined with access to career support services, ensure that Leeds Beckett psychology graduates are confident and well-prepared for their next steps.