BSc (Hons) PSYCHOLOGY (DISTANCE LEARNING)

As a distance learner you’ll cover the same material, and the same amount of material, as if you were doing the BSc (Hons) Psychology course on-campus.

Our Psychology degree will give you a broad knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of modern Psychology. You will develop a good knowledge of the influences on and factors involved in human functioning in all the core areas of Psychology:

Biological foundations
Cognitive Psychology
Social Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Individual Differences
Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology
Research methods
You will also develop detailed knowledge of several specialised areas through option choice, develop knowledge of research paradigms, methods and measurement techniques, of real life applications of theory to behaviour and experience, and knowledge of how behaviour and experience can be affected by physical and mental illness. This knowledge will be backed up by subject-based practical skills such as the ability to design and conduct research, to analyse and interpret quantitative and qualitative data, and awareness of ethical issues and principles in research on human behaviour.

Key to many careers and employers - you will also develop thinking skills, including analysis and interpretation of evidence, scientific reasoning, critical thinking, and appreciation of multiple perspectives and approaches. Furthermore, other skills for life and work including communication, computer literacy (word processing, statistical software), interpersonal and group skills, numeracy and statistical competence, self-knowledge and reflexivity, and planning and time-management.

Employers value psychology graduates because they believe they have a better understanding of human behaviour. Your understanding of how people work within organisations will be a real selling point when you apply for any managerial appointment.

On average, 80 per cent of University of East London psychology graduates pursue careers outside academia.

Many are now employed in social welfare, sport and leisure, education, human resource management, consumer research and advertising, media, market research and community work.

Your training in data collection and analysis, report writing and IT skills will also be useful in a range of jobs not directly related to psychology.

If you are in the 20 per cent of graduates wanting to continue your studies, a BSc Psychology degree is the first step towards becoming a professional psychologist, whether it is in the field of clinical, educational, occupational, counselling, health or forensic psychology.

Must include passes at A2 in at least two subjects.
Extended Diploma or Diploma
Diploma with 25 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level.