Psychology BSc (Hons) (2+2 programme with Foundation Element)

Bachelor's degree

In Liverpool

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Liverpool

If you are interested in studying for a Psychology degree, but feel that you have a non-standard academic background, this is a programme that has been designed for you. It is intended for students from a variety of vocational, academic and non-academic backgrounds who may typically have had a break in their education. C801 is run in collaboration with Wirral Metropolitan College and those on the programme benefit from facilities at both locations. Successful completion of the first two years (Year Zero and Year One) allows transfer to the second year of C800. Class sizes at Wirral are limited to enhance learning and group support. While you are at Wirral Metropolitan College, you will take six modules a year, with a mix of Psychology and complementary studies and IT skills. Psychology modules undertaken over the four years aim to provide an understanding of the principal methods and background of Psychology (along with approaches to the possible biological basis of consciousness) before developing your awareness of psychological application to real world issues. There is also a research project, where you will undertake an experiment or field observation based on a research question. Department Key Facts Number of first year students450 Year One undergraduates in 2015 Graduate prospects87.9% of our graduates are employed or in further study within six months of graduating (Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education Report 2013/14) National Student Survey90% of students agree staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2015) Accreditation Our degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society annually* as conferring eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership. Why this...

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Liverpool (Merseyside)
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Chatham Street, L69 7ZH

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About this course

Entry Requirements
A level offerThis programme is aimed at non-traditional students who are able to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills and demonstrate the motivation and commitment needed to complete a four-year programme in Psychology.

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Subjects

  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Word
  • Access
  • Psychology
  • Staff
  • Credit
  • Basic
  • IT
  • Basic IT training
  • Basic IT
  • Statistics
  • Ethics
  • Design
  • Project
  • IT Development
  • Skills and Training
  • Ms Word

Course programme

Module details Programme Year Zero
  • Introduction to Psychology
  • Physiological Psychology
  • Research Methods and Statistics
  • Complementary Studies
  • IT
  • Group Practicals
Compulsory modules
  • Introduction To Psychology (WIRR001) Level 0 Credit level 20 Semester Whole Session Exam:Coursework weighting 60:40 Aims

    To demonstrate a critical appraisal of differing theories and explanations of behaviour and development.

    To relate research findings to applications.

    To encourage consideration of the key concepts and issues associated with Psychology.

    Learning Outcomes

    Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the nature of psychologyical enquiry and some of its applications.

    ​Show an understanding of key theories.

    Evaluate key theories in terms of their content and methods. Demonstrate an awareness of issues such as ethics, reliability and validity.
  • Research Methods and Statistics (WIRR002) Level 0 Credit level 20 Semester Whole Session Exam:Coursework weighting 60:40 Aims

    To enable learners to apply appropriate methods and statistical techniques.

    To introduce a range of methods and discuss their usefulness and limitations.

    To familiarise learners with simple experimental design and statistical analysis.

    Learning Outcomes

    The learners will:

    Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of statistical notation and terminology as it is applied to psychology.

    Evaluate research methods used by psychologists.

    Present data in an appropriate descriptive format.

    Demonstrate an awareness of issues such as reliability and validity.

    Choose and apply appropriate inferential tests.

  • Physiology (WIRR003) Level 0 Credit level 20 Semester Whole Session Exam:Coursework weighting 70:30 Aims

    To introduce some of the terminology and concepts used in science and in the biological sciences in particular and how these are of relevance to the study of psychology.

    To understand the structure of nervous system and functions of the major components.

    To identify the positions and products of the major endocrine glands.

    To introduce students to a range of assessment methods used in Higher Education

    Learning Outcomes

    The learners will:

    Demonstrate knowledge of cell structure and ultrastructure.

    Demonstrate knowledge of the structure and functions of the major classes of neuron.

    Understand the basis of the electrical and chemical transmission in the nervous system.

    Identify the major sub divisions of the brain and their functions.

    Identify the major components of the spinal cord and their role in the reflex arc.

    Understand the composition and functions of the autonomic nervous system.

    Understand the structure of the eye and ear and role of receptors.

    Be aware of the properties of hormones and the major sub divisions.

    Identify the position and products of major endocrine glands.

    Be aware of the functions of the hypothalamic pituitary axis.

    Understand the interaction between hormonal and neural control of body processes.
    Understand the oncepts of negative feedback and discuss relevant examples.
    Be aware of the phsyiological impact of stress illustrated with reference to an overview of immune system functioning.
  • Complementary Studies (WIRR004) Level 0 Credit level 20 Semester Whole Session Exam:Coursework weighting 0:100 Aims

    To develop an awareness of individual approaches to learning and the use and evaluation of study skills.

    To develop the group as a learning resource for its members.

    To develop the ability to discuss and debate perspectives and issues in psychology.

    Learning Outcomes

    The learners will:

    Have an understanding of themselves as a learner based on theoretical models.

    Be able to identify and develop their own learning styles.

    Use the group as a learning resource in terms of information and support.

    Be able to debate and communicate with other group members in a constructive manner.

  • Information Technology (WIRR005) Level 0 Credit level 20 Semester First Semester Exam:Coursework weighting 0:100 Aims

    To demonstrate the underpinning concept of Word Documents and to be able to produce work that is word processed.

    To consider the uses of data processing and spreadsheets and to be able to produce graphs and charts.

    To be able to create, send messages using internal and external email.

    To be able to search and locate relevant sites, save and download material for research using the internet.

    To be able to log onto the Virtual Learning Environment from outside the campus, navigate and use the facilities available to students.

    To be able to access electronic research journals

    Learning Outcomes

    By the end of the unit the learner will:

    Demonstrate skills in producing a Word Document using appropriate criteria as set by the university.

    Understand and use the communication features of email.

    Demonstrate an awareness of the importance of internet research and referencing.

    To access lecture notes,communicate with staff and other students and other facilities using the Virtual Learning Environment.

    To access research papers usingWeb of science (or Psych info)

  • Group Practical (WIRR006) Level 0 Credit level 20 Semester Whole Session Exam:Coursework weighting 0:100 Aims

    To experience working in a co-operative group setting and to develop the group as a learning resource for its members.

    To design and undertake a small scale experiment.

    To develop skills of analysis related to data collection and interpretation.

    To integrate knowledge about ethical factors in to research.

    Learning Outcomes

    The learners will:

    Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the nature of experimental design.

    Show an understanding of key issues such as ethics, reliability and validity.

    Reflect on the research process.

    Demonstrate an ability to collect and collate data.

    Communicate understanding, analysis and evaluation within the learning group.

    Use ITC to present a research project in a scientific manner.

    Develop constructive critical skills in terms of their own and others performances.

Programme Year One
  • History, Philosophy and Evolution
  • Approaches to Mental Health
  • Methods, Statistics and Computing
  • Transferable Skills
  • Social and Investigative Psychology
Compulsory modules
  • Brain, Cognition and Behaviour: Cognitive Psychology (PSYC105) Level 1 Credit level 15 Semester First Semester Exam:Coursework weighting 100:0 Aims

    This module examines human information processing within the scientific framework offered by cognitive psychology. We will focus particularly on fundamental processes such as visual perception, recognising faces and objects, empirical and theoretical aspects of memory, language comprehension and production, the organisation of knowledge, and the importance of attention. We aim to give a solid grounding in cognitive psychology in preparation for modules in Years 2 and 3.

    Learning Outcomes
    • A basic understanding of the range of research covered by cognitive psychology, as well as the experimental methods employed by cognitive psychologists and knowledge of the underlying concepts and principles and the types of theories proposed in this area. This understanding should help to prepare students for the second year modules PSYC202 Perception and Memory, PSYC209 Behavioural Neuroscience, PSYC212 Developmental Psychology and PSYC214 Language and Thought, and for third year optional modules in cognitive psychology.
    • An appreciation of the value of interdisciplinary research in the study of cognitive processes.
    • An awareness of the difficulties often experienced in cognitive psychology in achieving a theoretical consensus about the interpretation of empirical data. This awareness should provide the basis of the ability of students to critically assess theories and models within cognitive psychology in subsequent years of their course.
  • Brain, Cognition and Behaviour: Biological Psychology (PSYC106) Level 1 Credit level 15 Semester Second Semester Exam:Coursework weighting 75:25 Aims
  • The module aims to: Introduce the basic concepts and principles associated with Biological Psychology.
  • ​ E xamine the research strategies and methods of investigation in Biological Psychology.

  • Demonstrate the relationship between the biological processes covered during the course and behaviour.

  • Learning Outcomes

    ​On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:

    Demonstrate an understanding of the basic structure of the human nervous system.

    ​Demonstrate an understanding of the basics concepts of cell anatomy, neural transmission and endocrine signalling.

    ​Provide examples of how the brain is specialised to carry out certain psychological functions.

    ​Discuss the strengths and limitations of the research methods used to investigate brain function.

    ​Discuss the brain mechanisms involved in the sleep/wake cycle and how these can be affected by sleep disorders

  • Introduction To Psychology 1: History, Philosophy and Evolution (WIRR111) Level 1 Credit level 15 Semester First Semester Exam:Coursework weighting 60:40 Aims

    The C801 pathway recruits students with non traditional entry qualifications. They may well have been out of the education system for many years. The year 1 modules continue with the development of personal and study skills initiated in year 0 modules and further develops the subject base required to successfully merge with the year 2 C800 programme.

    1. introduce examples of areas of applied psychological research

    2. Provide opportunities to enhance the development of critical, analytical skills along with personal and study skills including verbal and analytical skills through the use of class room debate.

    3. Develop an understanding of the adaptations in the evolutionary process that lead to the formation of different psychological characteristics that give individuals a selective survival advantage.

    4. Provide an introduction to historical basis underpinning key elements of ethics that will be encountered in later stages of the degree and professional codes of practice.

    5. Introduce ethical approaches relevant to both psychology and the related fields of health and life sciences

    6. Provide the opportunity to apply ethical and philosophical approaches to contemporary issues

    7. Introduce the concept of consciousness, autonomy and free will and the implications of altered states of consciousness. Learning Outcomes

    1. Describe and evaluate the application and relevance of an evolutionary approach to various aspects of human psychology.

    ​2. Discuss the contribution of environmental, social and cultural factors in shaping psychology.

    ​3. Discuss the alternative...

Psychology BSc (Hons) (2+2 programme with Foundation Element)

Price on request