Psychology, MSci (Hons)

Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes, encompassing the brain's structure and human perceptions, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In the first two years, students explore core areas of psychology, building a broad foundation across branches such as educational, health, and forensic psychology. This includes fundamental topics like psychological approaches to therapy, biological aspects of addiction, and conditions including depression, schizophrenia, and aggression.In the third year, learners select from advanced optional modules to customize their studies, focusing on areas like forensic and mental health, clinical psychology, developmental disorders, and psychopathology, while developing skills in data analysis and research methods. As an integrated master's program, the fourth year involves a major research project, allowing students to collaborate with Nottingham's research groups on diverse topics and complete a dissertation tailored to their interests.