Psychology (Mental Health), BSc (Hons)

This British Psychological Society (BPS)-accredited BSc (Hons) Psychology (Mental Health) degree focuses on theories and treatments of psychopathologies, including trauma, psychosis, and addictive behaviours, while covering core BPS curriculum areas such as brain functions, human cognition, emotions, and behaviours. Taught by over 150 expert psychologists in one of the UK's largest departments, the course utilises innovative laboratories for research. Graduates achieving at least a 2.2 honours degree gain eligibility for BPS Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, supporting careers in professional psychology.The programme provides a strong foundation in psychology through specialised modules in years one and two, emphasising mental health contexts, followed by advanced topics in the final year, including a supervised research project. Assessment includes coursework, exams, presentations, and tests. Benefits include work placements, optional modules, international opportunities, and transferable skills for diverse employability, with options for a four-year placement route.