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Our Psychology degree not only covers the five core areas outlined by the British Psychological Society (BPS) but also incorporates evolutionary theory as a key framework. This perspective helps deepen your understanding of human thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, offering a cohesive and scientifically grounded view of psychology.
By embedding evolutionary theory into the curriculum, we ensure that your learning is meaningful and relevant to real-world challenges and your future career. In your final year, you’ll have the flexibility to follow your own interests by selecting specialist modules such as Clinical Neuropsychology, Addiction, or Mental Health and Illness.
Why choose us?
Our course is fully accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Graduating with a 2:2 or above grants you Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), an essential qualification for pursuing professional training in psychology.
We are ranked first in the north-east for teaching quality in Psychology (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024).
The department received the Athena Swan Bronze Award in 2021, recognizing our active commitment to promoting gender equality in both our teaching and academic environment.
We embed principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the programme. You’ll experience a wide variety of assessment formats and content that reflects a broad understanding of human psychology, including modules such as Male Psychology and Development and Neurodiversity.
Gain hands-on experience in practical psychology through lab-based classes and real-world projects.
Design, conduct, and analyse your own supervised research project in your final year.
Access to specialised labs including observation rooms, psychophysiology labs (e.g. EEG), and eye-tracking technology.
Opportunities to engage in applied psychology via live projects and simulations.
Participate in optional volunteering and community engagement schemes to build practical experience.
Involvement in ongoing departmental research and student-led psychology initiatives.
Graduates can progress to careers in clinical, forensic, occupational, counselling, or educational psychology.
Strong foundation for roles in human resources, market research, mental health services, and social care.
Eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society if you achieve at least a 2:2 degree.
Ideal preparation for postgraduate training (e.g. MSc Psychology, Doctorate in Clinical Psychology).
Alumni work in the NHS, third-sector organisations, education, and private consultancy.
Career support provided through tailored employability modules and one-on-one career coaching.
Accreditation: Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) Upon completion, students are eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC)—a requirement for most professional psychology careersFocus on both the theoretical and applied aspects of psychology, including human behavior, cognition, and mental healthGraduates are eligible for postgraduate study or training in clinical, forensic, educational, counseling, or occupational psychologyUniversity of Sunderland is known for a student-centered teaching approach and high-quality support servicesClinical PsychologistForensic PsychologistOccupational PsychologistEducational PsychologistCounseling PsychologistHealth PsychologistResearch Assistant / ResearcherHuman Resources (HR) or Recruitment ConsultantMarketing or Consumer PsychologistNeuropsychologistSocial WorkerPsychiatric Technician / Mental Health Support WorkerLife Coach or TherapistCriminal Justice or Law Enforcement RolesSports Psychologist
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