Psychology, BSc (Hons)

The BSc (Hons) Psychology degree offers a comprehensive foundation in the field, delivered by research-active academics specializing in areas such as cognitive neuropsychology, vision and attention, infant cognition, mental health, forensic psychology, and lifespan development. Students engage in original research projects, potentially publishing and presenting findings, while learning through lectures, seminars, and practical experiments. The program emphasizes developing knowledge and skills in designing, conducting, and evaluating independent research.The course provides flexibility in modules, starting with core topics in the first year covering cognition, development, social and biological psychology, and research methods. In later years, students select electives to align with their interests and career goals, culminating in an extended independent study. Assessment varies by module and includes coursework, exams, portfolios, group work, and presentations, supported by a range of educators and peers.

The course aims to offer students a high degree of choice in the range of option modules that complement the core topics. The options focus on areas of cutting-edge research, vocational areas and specialist topics. The specialist research areas within the department include cognitive neuropsychology, vision and attentional processing, infant cognition and language, mental health, forensic psychology, and life span development. The first year is designed to introduce students to key concepts in psychology, including cognition, development, social psychology, biological psychology and research skills. Students have the opportunity to explore current research issues, conceptual and historical issues, as well as psychology being applied to real world issues. In the second year, students have the opportunity to develop and refine their research skills and can begin to tailor their course to their interests by choosing two elective modules to examine topics in greater depth. During the final year, students may choose from a wide selection of optional modules and are expected to complete an extended independent study. At this stage, it is expected that the majority of students' studies will be determined by their interests and career aspirations. For the most up to date module information, please visit the course page for this programme on our website. Timetabling arrangements may limit the availability of some optional modules to some students. As the options often reflect staff research interests, they may alter over time due to staff availability.