Foundation Degree in Psychology
Foundation degree
In Sketty
Description
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Type
Foundation degree
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Location
Sketty (Wales)
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Start date
Different dates available
Psychology is an exciting, real-world science and this course provides a unique insight into how we behave. Many jobs put psychology into practice, from management and human resources to managing a factory shop floor, or running a business.
The only one of its kind in the region, this course combines academic study with work placements designed to highlight the range of different careers available.
You will also have an opportunity to try out specialist equipment and scientific software through guest sessions at the University of South Wales’s Pontypridd Campus.
Updated October 2018
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About this course
The second year of the of the BSc (Hons) Psychology at the University of South Wales (a British Physological Society accredited degree).
Entry Criteria:
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - DD/EEE
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - Pass
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma - MP
CCC at AS Level would be considered subject to interview and relevant academic experience
Record of prior learning and transfers
For students wishing to be considered for entry, the University of South Wales Group or partner college is able, in many instances and taking into consideration the requirements of relevant professional bodies, to accredit prior learning in accordance with its published regulations.
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Subjects
- Psychology
Course programme
Assessment is by assignment, presentations, case studies, examinations and research in a work based setting. The course includes placement modules.
Proposed modules: (subject to validation)
Level 4 (Year 1):
- Theoretical Approaches to Psychology
- Introduction to Research Using Statistics in Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Psychology in Everyday Life
- Biological Psychology
- Individual Differences and Learning Perspectives
Level 5 (Year 2):
- Professional Practice and Employability
- Social Psychology
- Development in Childhood and Adolescence
- Advanced Research Using Statistics in Psychology
- Abnormal Psychology
Additional information
Foundation Degree in Psychology