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BSc (Hons) Cyberpsychology

Bournemouth University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This innovative and forward-thinking degree course explores the psychological aspects of human interaction in the digital age. You'll learn how technology is changing the way we think, feel, and behave, and how these changes impact our mental health and wellbeing. Our teaching will give you a deep understanding of cyberpsychology, including its applications in areas such as social media, online gaming, and virtual reality. By graduation, you'll be well-equipped to pursue a career in this exciting and rapidly evolving field.

Additional Information

Our course is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in psychology, while also allowing you to specialize in cyberpsychology. You'll have access to cutting-edge facilities and state-of-the-art research methods, as well as opportunities to work on real-world projects and collaborate with industry partners. Our graduates go on to pursue a range of careers, including research, consultancy, and policy development.

Discover the Power of Cyberpsychology at Bournemouth University

Bournemouth University is the perfect choice for students interested in cyberpsychology due to our strong focus on practical application and real-world relevance. Our location in Bournemouth also provides access to a diverse range of cultural, recreational, and technological opportunities that will enhance your learning experience.

Why You Should Study This Course

  • Develop a well-rounded knowledge of all areas of psychology 

  • Learn a range of research skills and methods to investigate traditional and online behavior and apply that knowledge in a variety of contexts – including your independent research

  • Use state-of-the-art facilities such as eye-tracking technology to help you understand how people, groups, organizations, and societies interact with and make use of technology

  • Work with world-leading researchers on projects through the Research Apprenticeship Scheme - many of our students have published work with members of staff

  • Opportunity to take an optional 4-week or 30-week placement in the industry to give you essential real-world experience and begin building a network of professional contacts

  • You'll be career-ready, with 95% of students in employment or education fifteen months after completing the course. 

General Eligibility

This course requires 112–128 UCAS tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. We are happy to consider a combination of qualifications and grades to meet the overall tariff, for example, A-levels A*BC, ABB, BBC or ACC, BTECs DDM, or DMM.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week

What You'll Study

1 Final year
  • Psychology Project

  • Psychology of Social Media & Videogames

  • Cybersecurity & Cyberwarfare

Option units (choose two):

  • Forensic Psychology

  • Memory & Decision Making

  • Mind, Brain & Evolution

  • Neuroimaging

  • Applied Clinical Psychology

  • Mind Over Matter in Medicine

  • Face Recognition & its Disorders

  • Health Psychology

  • Educational Psychology & Special Educational Needs (SEN):

  • Cultural Psychology

  • Current Trends in Cognitive & Clinical Neuroscience

  • Counseling Psychology

  • Emotions, Mental Health & Affective Neuroscience

  • Psychology of Sexualities

2 Foundation Year (optional)
  • Academic Study Skills

  • Applied Sciences

  • Introduction to Biology

  • Introduction to Psychology

  • Mathematics in Science

  • Foundation Year Project

3 Year 1
  • Experimental Methods & Statistical Analysis

  • Qualitative Research Methods

  • Biological & Cognitive Psychology

  • Social Psychology & Individual Differences

  • Developmental & Clinical Psychology

  • Human Computer Interaction

4 Year 2
  • Statistics & Research Methods

  • Research Methods & Analysis

  • Developmental & Applied Cyberpsychology

  • Personality, Intelligence & Social Psychology

  • Biological Psychology

  • Cognition & Language

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component or equivalent.

Additional Information

Optional placements You may choose to complete an optional 4-week work placement between your second and final year or an optional 30-week minimum work placement which can be carried out anywhere in the world. Stations offer a chance to gain experience and make contacts for the future.

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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