BSc (Hons) Psychology at University of Surrey

On our BSc Psychology, you’ll study the scientific evidence of behaviour, mental health and neuropsychological functioning, to understand what makes us who we are, how our minds work and what influences our decisions and social relationships. Learn from nurturing lecturers who are active researchers in behavioural, clinical, cognitive, developmental, personality and social psychology, whose work is used by governments, health professionals and industry.

Department: School of Psychology  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year  |  Study mode: full-time (optional placement year)  |  Intake: September 2027 (UCAS C801)  |  Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In your first year, you’ll study core areas of psychology and research methods, to develop your foundations of psychological literacy. This will be supported by small-group skills tutorials. Our first year uses a 'supported transition' approach, so you are specifically taught how to learn effectively at university alongside the course material. Year 1 core modules include Biological Psychology with Research Methods 1, Developmental Psychology with Research Methods 1, Classics in Personality Theory, Cognitive Psychology with Research Methods 1, Social Psychology with Research Methods 1, The Psychology of Global Challenges, Introduction to Statistics and Data Analysis, Biological Psychology with Research Methods 2.

Career pathways

Once you’ve graduated, you can also apply for chartered membership with the British Psychological Society (BPS) . You can also join as a student member during your studies.

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