Psychology BSc (Hons)

Course at a Glance Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Methods and Practice of Psychological Inquiry
• Introduction to Developmental and Social Psychology
• Introduction to Psychobiology and Cognition
• Current Topics in Psychology I
• Current Topics in Psychology II

Plus two modules from the following:

• An Introduction to Evolutionary Psychology
• Topics in Forensic and Criminal Psychology
• Psychology of the Media
• Mind Games: Topics in Sport and Exercise Psychology

YEAR 2

Compulsory modules

• Psychological Research 1: Design and Quantitative Methods
• Psychological Research 2: Qualitative Methods
• Social and Developmental Psychology
• Cognitive and Physiological Psychology
• Individual Differences

Plus two modules from the following:

• Health Psychology
• Applying Psychology
• Forensic Psychology
• Topics and Techniques in Neuroscience
• Sports Psychology

Year 3

Compulsory modules

• Psychology Project

Optional modules
Select four modules from the following:

• Applying Psychology to the Educational Setting
• Interpersonal and Organisational Psychology
• Contemporary Issues in Social Psychology
• Psychology Placement Module
• EITHER Violent and Sexual Offending
• OR Crime: Impacts and Consequences
• EITHER Neuropsychological Disorders and Techniques
• OR Brain, Treatments and Behaviour
• EITHER Theory & Practice in Sport Psychology
• OR Psychology of Diet and Exercise
• EITHER Health Psychology: Theory and Practice
• OR Health Promotion