BSc (Hons) Psychology at University College Birmingham

Uncover the complexities of the human mind and its diverse applications in the modern world with our Psychology BSc (Hons) degree. Explore the intricacies of human behavior, cognition and emotion through rigorous scientific study and practical application. Our programme equips you with the skills and knowledge to explore a wide range of career paths in psychology research, healthcare and beyond.

Department: Department of Psychology  |  Duration: 3 years FT / 4.5 years PT  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Psychology within Diverse Communities, Applied Psychology, Individual Differences and Personality, Introduction to Psychological Research Methods, Psychology in the Modern World; Year 2 core modules: Psychology across the Lifespan, Qualitative Research Methods, Cognitive Psychology, Biological Psychology, Quantitative Research Methods, Positive Psychology; Final year core modules: Psychology Dissertation (40 credits), Psychology in the Real World (Work-based Learning), Therapeutic Approaches in Practice, Psychological Assessment in Practice, Applied Forensic Psychology, Health Psychology, Applied Educational Psychology.

Career pathways

Career routes include psychotherapist, counsellor, clinical psychologist, further education teacher, social worker and forensic psychologist.

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