BSc in Psychology

Independent Final-Year Research Project – You’ll carry out an individual empirical research project in your final year, applying research methods you've learned throughout your degree.

Access to Advanced Labs – Gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art labs featuring eye-tracking, motion-tracking systems, and an immersive virtual reality suite.

Research-Led Teaching – Courses are designed and taught by active researchers, giving you insight into the latest developments in psychological science.

Practical Research Classes – You’ll be trained in designing experiments, collecting data, and performing both qualitative and quantitative analysis.

Summer Research Placements – Competitive internal schemes allow you to assist faculty members on real-world psychology research projects during summer.

Optional Year Abroad – Choose to study at one of UEA’s international partner universities, gaining global perspective and academic exposure.

Paid Internship Opportunities – UEA offers competitive internship options through its career service and business partnerships.

Community-Based Projects – Engage in applied psychology projects involving schools, health services, or charities, especially in modules like developmental or social psychology.

Interdisciplinary Learning – Practical learning through modules that connect psychology to fields like law, business, health sciences, and education.

Volunteering Through UEA CareerCentral – Opportunities to gain experience in health, education, or counselling settings alongside your degree.

British Psychological Society (BPS) Accreditation – Graduates are eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), a key step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.

Postgraduate Study – Many graduates pursue master’s or doctoral programmes in Clinical, Educational, Forensic, Occupational, or Counselling Psychology.

Health & Social Care Careers – Psychology graduates are well-suited for roles in mental health services, social work, therapy assistance, and public health sectors.

Teaching & Education – With further training, students can enter primary or secondary teaching, educational psychology, or learning support roles.

Research Roles – Opportunities exist in academic, NHS, private, and public research settings, often working on behavioural, clinical, or cognitive studies.

Corporate & Business Sectors – Skills in communication, analysis, and behaviour make graduates valuable in human resources, organisational development, and marketing.

Law and Criminal Justice – Graduates may pursue careers in criminal psychology, probation services, victim support, or policing with further qualifications.

Media & Communications – Understanding of human behaviour is beneficial in roles related to journalism, public relations, content creation, or user experience (UX).

Career Planning Support – UEA offers tailored career events, 1:1 advising, and access to employer networks to help students map their career paths.

Entrepreneurship & Consultancy – Psychology’s broad skill base allows graduates to pursue independent consultancy roles or launch their own initiatives in wellbeing, training, or behavioural coaching.