BSc Psychology

Our Psychology degree is aligned with the British Psychological Society (BPS) syllabus to ensure professional accreditation, but it offers a distinctive academic experience with a strong emphasis on critical thinking and practical application. While covering the broad foundations of psychological theory and research, the course goes beyond the standard curriculum to encourage deeper reflection on how psychology is taught and applied.

Rather than simply accepting established theories, we guide you to question the underlying assumptions that often shape conventional psychological thinking. This critical approach invites you to explore whether traditional methods truly reflect the diversity and complexity of human behaviour, or if alternative perspectives may offer more inclusive and effective insights.

Psychology as a discipline spans a wide range—from the cellular functions of the brain to human interaction in social contexts. Yet, many of these areas are often explored through a singular, unchallenged lens. Our program encourages students to question this approach and consider how psychology is influenced by societal norms, cultural contexts, and interdisciplinary insights.

You’ll be invited to reflect on how psychological knowledge is constructed and whose voices are represented—or excluded—in mainstream narratives. In doing so, you’ll develop the skills to think independently, question thoughtfully, and apply psychology with a broader, more inclusive understanding.

Ultimately, our goal is to prepare you for a range of careers and further study by helping you become a critical, reflective, and adaptable thinker—ready to engage with both the academic and professional dimensions of psychology.