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Psychology BSc

Aston University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The BSc Psychology degree at Aston University is a comprehensive and challenging course that provides students with a deep understanding of the psychological principles underlying human behavior. The course covers a wide range of topics, including cognitive psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, and neuropsychology. Students will learn through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical experiments, and will have the opportunity to engage with real-world research projects and collaborate with fellow students. Upon graduation, students will be well-prepared for careers in psychology-related fields or for further study at the master's or doctoral level.

Additional Information

Aston University is a leading research university located in the vibrant city of Birmingham. The university has a strong reputation for excellence in teaching and research, and the Psychology department is particularly renowned for its cutting-edge work in cognitive neuroscience and mental health. Students on this course will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including brain imaging suites and experimental laboratories. The university also has a range of support services available to help students succeed.

Discover the Benefits of Studying Psychology at Aston University

Aston University offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical application that sets it apart from other institutions. With its strong focus on research and real-world relevance, the BSc Psychology degree at Aston provides students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen careers. Additionally, the university's location in Birmingham offers students a vibrant cultural and intellectual environment that complements their academic experience.

Why You Should Study This Course

Psychology is a fascinating subject that aims to understand why people behave in the way that they do, by considering the complex interplay between biological, psychological, environmental, cultural, and social influences on behavior. This academic discipline encompasses a wide range of topics including how changes in the brain influence behavior, why false memories occur, why people behave differently when they are in a group, how language influences thinking, how we learn to understand others intentions, how psychological distress can be alleviated, why we identify with some people and not others, how subconscious processes influence our behavior, and how our thinking develops as we grow from children to adults. Studying psychology at Aston University will provide you with the basis for understanding why people act in certain ways and insight into methods of changing their behavior. By choosing to study at Aston you will gain a degree accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), have the opportunity to complete a career-enhancing placement in the UK or internationally, and be taught by leading experts from a range of specialist psychological fields.

General Eligibility

Five GCSEs all at grade C/4 and must include Maths and English Language. Please note we do not accept Key Skills or Functional skills in place of these. A Levels- ABB in any three A Levels. BBB in any three A Levels plus grade B in either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). BBC in any three A-Levels for contextual offer students.* International Baccalaureate- 32 points overall and must include grades 6, 5, 5 in Higher Level subjects. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language.

What You'll Study

1 Final Year
Select from a range of specialist topic modules that fit your interests, and conduct a research project in a specialist area of your choice with support from our expert psychology staff. Select eight from the following optional modules: Auditory Perception Mind and Brain Psychosis Psychology of Illness Research Directions in Human Face Perception Brain Imaging Affective Disorders People and Health Care Basics of Joint Attention Psychology Asthma and Allergy Investigative Interviewing Research into Autism Spectrum Disorder Neural Control of Appetite Applying Psychology: A Collaboratively-Created Course Brain and Behaviour in Adolescence Psychology of Childhood Obesity Clinical Psychology of Intellectual Disabilities Psychology of Physical Activity and Exercise Perspectives on Improving Methods in Psychological Science Visual Perception and Illusions Judgment and Decision-Making
2 Placement Year
Placement year (integrated into the 4 year BSc): This is your opportunity to gain valuable career-boosting experience by setting your studies in a real-world context of a working environment alongside professionals. This course is available as 3 years BSc without placement, or 4 years BSc with integrated sandwich placement. Both options are available to UK, EU, and international students
3 Year 1
Core modules Key Skills in Psychology I Key Skills in Psychology II Biological and Cognitive Psychology Developmental and Social Psychology Foundations of Contemporary Psychology Introduction to Clinical Psychology Optional modules In addition, you will be required to complete two of the following three optional modules: Psychological Interventions Myth-busting in Psychology Social Responsibility in Psychology
4 Year 2
Core modules Research Methods and Data Analysis Applied Psychology and Professional Skills Social Psychology Brain and Behaviour Lifespan Development Individual Differences and Personality Cognition and Cognitive Neuropsychology Optional module In addition, you will be required to complete one out of the following optional modules: Psychology and Wellbeing Neuroscience in the Real World

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
IELTS Overall 6.0, Reading, Writing Listening, Speaking 5.5 Financial requirement You’ll need to show you have enough money to support yourself - unless you’ve been in the UK with a valid visa for at least 12 months on the date of your application. How much money you need depends on where you will be studying. You’ll need either: £1,334 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London £1,023 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses inside London If you’re applying for the Doctorate Extension Scheme, and you’ve been in the UK for less than 12 months, you need to prove you have a total of £2,668 for courses in London, or a total of £2,046 for courses outside London. If you’re boarding at a residential independent school, you’ll need to pay boarding fees instead. The amount you need to pay will be on your CAS. London means the City of London and the 32 London boroughs.

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