B.Sc. Psychology

In the first year you take a broad-based approach to core aspects of psychological theory and research.
Core units in this year include:

• Key Ideas in Human and Animal Behaviour
• The Psychology of Everyday Life
• Exploring Psychology
• Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis for Psychologists
• Applying Psychological Research Methods 1 and 2

You will continue to build on your knowledge, including a greater in-depth approach to the different psychological disciplines.
Core units in this year include:

• Biological and Cognitive Psychology
• Social and Developmental Psychology
• Individual Differences and Psychometrics
• Employability Skills for Psychologists
• Research Methods and Analysis 1 and 2

In the final year you can begin to develop more specialist areas of knowledge and undertake a large scale research project of your choosing.
Options to choose from in this year include:

• Introduction to Forensic Psychology
• Comparative and Evolutionary Psychology
• Professional Practice in Sports Psychology
• Language and Communication
• Cognitivist and Constructionist Approaches to Disability
• Issues in Clinical and Health Psychology
• Self and Subjectivity
• Exploring Data
• Ecological Psychology
• Psychology Work Placement

*This course is also available as a 4-year sandwich (work placement)