Psychology, BSc (Hons)

The BSc Psychology at Goldsmiths provides a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary exploration of human behaviour, emphasizing real-world issues through a bio-psycho-social model. Students develop skills in quantitative and qualitative research while engaging with themes like mental health, cognition, culture, and society. The program fosters community through group activities, peer support, and access to advanced facilities, including EEG suites and virtual reality labs. Accredited by the British Psychological Society, it prepares graduates for diverse careers by building transferable skills and eligibility for chartered membership.The curriculum structures learning across three years, with interdisciplinary themes supplemented by research methods and professional development. Year one focuses on core themes, year two adds electives, and an optional placement year offers practical experience. The final year includes a research dissertation and customizable option modules, such as neuropsychology and cognitive neuroscience. Assessment comprises examinations, coursework, laboratory reports, and research projects.

Year 1 (credit level 4) Learning will be structured across three interdisciplinary themes: Mental Health and Wellbeing Cognition and Culture Life and Society Each theme is supplemented by integrated Research Methods training, and Personal and Professional Development. Year 2 (credit level 5) As in Year 1, learning will be structured across our three core interdisciplinary themes: Mental Health and Wellbeing Cognition and Culture Life and Society Each theme is supplemented by integrated Research Methods training, and Personal and Professional Development. In addition, you will select 1 or 2 elective options. Optional placement year The degree includes an optional placement year between the second and final year of study. You will be responsible for securing a placement, but we can support you through this process. The placement year is a great opportunity for you to gain work experience, build confidence and contacts, develop your skills and industry insight, and enhance your career prospects. You'll be supported throughout your placement year by a placement tutor, who will provide you with guidance and liaison between you and your employer. Year 3/4 (credit level 6) Research dissertation In your final year, you will carry out an individual research project under the close supervision of a member of faculty in the Department of Psychology. Option modules In your final year you can choose a bespoke selection of six option modules. The modules currently available are: Topics in Neuropsychology Multivariate Statistical Methods in Psychology Addictive Behaviours Psychology and Law Behavioural Genetics Psychological Approaches to Music The Interpersonal Self Neurodevelopment, Neurodiversity and Education Clinical Psychology: Common Presentations and Interventions Cognitive Neuroscience Social Psychology of Social Problems Psychology of the Arts, Aesthetics and Attraction Cross-Cultural and Individual Differences in Attention and Awareness Introduction to Coding in R and MATLAB Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.