PSYCHOLOGY – Bsc (Hons)
Overview This course is designed for students looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of the human mind and behaviour. In other words, it provides you with all of the key knowledge and skills that are required in order to pursue a career in psychology, especially if you’re looking to specialise in a particular area, such as sports and health, counselling or coaching. Our BSc (Hons) psychology programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and it seeks to bring about positive change in individuals and communities. Students will gain valuable insights into real-life contexts, including health and disease, organisational psychology, neuroscience and forensic psychology, as well as other fascinating sub-fields. Course duration: 3 years Start dates: January/April/August/September As it is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), this BSc (Hons) course offers students a multitude of career prospects. The universal skills that allow you to apply knowledge in real-life scenarios ensure your employability in a variety of sectors. Here are a few ideas for your professional journey: And more; Minimum age: 18 years Applicants must provide proof of highest qualification obtained (e.g. high school diploma/baccalaureate/level 3 diploma) or relevant work experience Students from abroad must demonstrate an approved level of proficiency in the use of English Students must attend an interview with a member of the admissions team Students must bring original diplomas at the time of registration YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 Please note that not all of these modules are mandatory, as some of them are electives. The course intends to mirror the complexity of real-life scenarios in the field of psychology,and consequently, the types of assessments also vary considerably. Traditional exams are generally absent from such programmes, but other evaluation methods are present, in the form of presentations, role-play sessions, real-world research and analysis, etc. This diversity of assessments will enable students to prepare for the complex field of psychology, where practical and transferable skills are vital. The successful completion of this programme can enable students to enrol for further studies, in the form of post-graduate degrees – master’s degrees in psychology or specialisations such as Child and Adolescent Mental Health (MSc) for instance. Around 20% of psychology graduates in the UK opt for completing post-graduate degrees in order to enhance their knowledge and job prospects. Self-Funding The Tuition Fee of the course will vary depending on the institution you wish to study in, as well as your status in the UK. The course is available for UK/EU and International Students as well. Please contact us to find out the tuition fee for a specific course you’d like to know about. Government Funds – Student Finance England If you are an UK/EU citizen or living in the UK on Indefinite stay, you can receive support from the government via Student Loan Company to cover tuition fees and some living costs while studying, depending on your circumstances. Tuition fee loans, to cover the full cost of your course, are paid directly to the course provider. Maintenance loans can be applied for at the same time, lending you money at the start of each term. You won’t have to pay back the loan until after your course, when you’re earning above a certain level. Students can still apply for grants if they’re eligible for certain benefits, disabled, or need help with childcare costs.Assessment
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