BSc (Hons) Psychology

Part-time study available
International students can apply

You will learn about the core areas of psychology; biological, cognitive, developmental, social and individual differences. These core areas are underpinned with research methods, which is integrated into your learning across the modules, as well as being a standalone module. You will learn to be a critical thinker, able to consider a problem, develop a research plan and execute that plan. You will initially be introduced to the key areas of psychology, then explore these in detail at year 2, finally in year 3 you have option modules in which you can explore areas of interest to you.

Structure

Year One

Introduction to Research Methods

An introduction to statistics and research methods used in psychology.

Introduction to Developmental and Social Psychology

You will be introduced to key factors in human development including social, emotional, cognitive and biological foundation. Within social psychology you will look at how individuals perceive, influence and interact with others.

Psychology in Contemporary Contexts

Provides a clear understanding of the relevance of psychology in the contemporary world with opportunities to consider applications of core psychological principles across the range of GBC curriculum areas in a range of contemporary contexts. The module aims to develop your ability to evaluate and problem solve in a real world context using a range of research and analysis skills.

Introduction to Individual Differences

An introduction to the study of personality, intelligence, gender and mental health.

Introduction to Biological and Cognitive Psychology

You will be introduced to the basic biological processes and cognitive principles necessary for understanding human psychology.

The Science of Psychology

You will explore methodological principles in psychology, through scientific enquiry and practice.

Year Two

Further Research Methods

You will develop the skills learned in year 1, designing, carrying out research and analysing your results.

Biological Psychology

You will explore the role of biological psychology and neuropsychology in explaining daily functions, such as sleep, learning and emotion, and mental illness.

Cognitive Psychology

You will examine a variety of cognitive functions in humans (for example perception, memory, language and consciousness) and learn how this knowledge can be applied in real-world contexts such as media, driving and education.

Developmental Psychology

Building on your knowledge from the first year, you will examine the influences of nature and nurture on human development. You will learn how to critically evaluate historical and contemporary theories. Your assignments will provide you with the opportunity to examine the implications of research for education, policy and clinical practice

Individual Differences

Building on study of this area in the first year, the module invites you to explore the latest theories and research into personality and intelligence, gender differences and mental health.

Social Psychology

You will have the opportunity to apply relevant theory to explaining and researching everyday social behaviour. You will be assessed for the module by means of a poster and participation in a psychology poster exhibition.

Year Three

You will choose four modules from a selection, the modules we offer provide the most up-to-date research-based teaching, and as such will vary from year to year. A selection our modules are included below.

Occupational Psychology

A practitioner-based module which will provide you with a tour of relevant theories and topics (including stress, selection techniques and change at work), as well as an assessment opportunity to apply these in real-world settings, including your own experience in the workplace.

Brain and Behaviour

This module examines in detail the relationships between behaviour and the nervous system. You will explore these relationships through the consideration of key topics in the field of neuroscience, including learning, psychopharmacology, brain damage, organic brain disorder and mental health.

Forensic Psychology

An applied module which will introduce you to offender profiling, lie detection techniques and psychological theories of criminal behaviour. Guest speakers for this module have included a serving chief investigating officer, a forensic psychologist and a probation officer.

Psychology and Health

This module aims to introduce you to the concepts, theory, methods and applications of health psychology. It is concerned with the psychological aspects of physical illness, their treatment and management, and includes what it is that keeps people healthy and well.

Educational Psychology

Develops an understanding of the relevance of psychology to education and provides opportunities to apply psychological theory and principles in the field of education and professional practice. This module also raises awareness of opportunities for professional development in the field of educational psychology.

Psychology of Global Issues in the 21st Century

A new module which considers the role of Psychology in a global context. You will have the opportunity to use your psychological knowledge to explore the issues of the day.

Media Psychology

Capitalising on our links to MediaCityUK, we are pleased to offer a new module in media psychology. You will consider the psychological aspects of media, including social media.

Dissertation

You will carry out a research project on a topic of your interest. The range of skills you develop as you navigate the process of research design, completing an ethic form, recruiting participants and carrying out your research, performing appropriate analysis and writing up your work, will be invaluable in all workplaces.

BSc (Hons) Psychology

Structure

Year One

Year Two

Year Three

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