Course Overview

Psychology is the scientific study of how the mind shapes and influences our behaviour. In this course, we explore human behaviour using sound scientific methodology – observation, measurement, and testing – to understand how and why people function in the way they do.

You’ll study core areas, including biological, cognitive, developmental and social psychology, and you’ll cover personality and intelligence, research methods, and historical perspectives. In addition, you’ll have the option to complete a work experience placement where you’ll see academic theory applied in practice. We offer excellent facilities, including dedicated computer laboratories with the latest analysis software, individual research cubicles, interview rooms, and an observation suite, all supported by our psychology technicians.

Studying for a Psychology degree will equip you with a range of skills that are transferable and desired by employers, including critical thinking, analysing data, communicating ideas (written, oral and visual), numerical reasoning skills, computer literacy, practical teamwork, project management, and being self-directed in meeting deadlines. These are the kinds of skills that make Psychology graduates attractive to employers and competitive in the job market.

Gaining a professionally accredited psychology degree is an essential first step to a career as a psychologist or moving on to postgraduate study. In addition, an accredited Psychology degree allows you to access further training for specialist Psychology careers such as Clinical Psychology, Health Psychology, Educational Psychology and Forensic Psychology.

Psychology graduates are valued across various fields and thrive in careers where an understanding of societal issues is essential – healthcare, criminal justice, education, social work, market research, social research, UX research, policy-making, advertising and human resources. Graduates can also access graduate training schemes across various industries, such as financial services, civil services etc.

General Eligibility

GCSEs

• Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths

Plus one of the following:

A levels

• A minimum of 120 points from at least two A levels

T Levels

• Merit

BTEC

• BTEC National Diploma - Distinction/Distinction/Merit

• BTEC Extended Diploma - Distinction/Distinction/Merit

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The minimum IELTS Score is 6.5 overall.