BSc Psychology

Research Projects: Students have the chance to work on original research alongside academic staff. This could include projects related to cognitive neuropsychology, infant cognition, or forensic psychology. Participating in research helps students develop essential skills in data collection, analysis, and interpretation.

Specialist Labs: The university provides access to specialized psychology labs such as sleep, EEG, and psychophysiology labs. These labs allow students to conduct experiments, analyze brain activity, and explore various aspects of human behavior in a controlled environment.

Optional Work Placements: The course offers work-based learning opportunities, allowing students to gain hands-on experience in settings like healthcare, education, or business. These placements give students a deeper understanding of how psychology applies in various professional contexts.

Industry Interaction: Many modules bring students into contact with professionals in the field through guest presentations, networking events, and collaborative activities. Students can learn directly from employers about the application of psychology in industries like mental health, education, and human resources.

Psychology Works Career Fair: This annual event connects students with employers, offering a platform to explore career options, internships, and graduate roles in psychology-related fields.

International Study and Work Experience: The university offers options for international study and work placements, allowing students to broaden their perspectives on psychology through exposure to global practices.

Further Study and Postgraduate Training: Many graduates pursue further study in specialized areas of psychology, including Clinical, Forensic, Educational, Occupational, and Health Psychology. The degree also prepares students for postgraduate study in related fields such as Cognitive Neuroscience, Mental Health, or Research Psychology.

Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC): The program is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), meaning that students who graduate with a 2:2 or higher are eligible to apply for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), the first step toward becoming a Chartered Psychologist.

Clinical and Counseling Psychology: Graduates can work toward becoming clinical psychologists or counselors, providing mental health support in hospitals, clinics, and private practice. This typically requires further postgraduate training and placements.

Forensic Psychology: With a background in research and applied psychology, graduates may pursue careers in forensic psychology, working with offenders, the criminal justice system, or in research related to criminal behavior.

Health and Occupational Psychology: Graduates can move into health psychology roles, focusing on behavior change and health promotion, or occupational psychology, working within organizations to improve workplace productivity, well-being, and employee performance.

Teaching and Academia: The degree also provides a strong foundation for those interested in teaching psychology at various levels or pursuing an academic career, contributing to research and education in the field.

Non-Psychology Careers: Many graduates also pursue roles in marketing, human resources, management, social services, and business. The transferable skills gained in the program—such as communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking—are highly valued across multiple industries.

Research Opportunities: Students can continue in research roles, working in university labs, government research organizations, or private research firms. The program encourages independent research, and graduates may go on to PhD programs to further their academic careers.

Work-Based Learning: The program includes opportunities for work placements and internships, which can lead to direct employment after graduation in areas like healthcare, education, or corporate settings.

International Career Opportunities: With global recognition of the BPS accreditation, graduates have the potential to pursue psychology careers in international settings, benefiting from the growing demand for psychologists in areas like mental health and human resources worldwide.