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BSc (Hons) Psychology
Studies the mind and behaviour across cognitive, social, developmental and biological psychology, with research methods training. A first step towards professional psychology careers.
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A clearer look at BSc (Hons) Psychology
Studies the mind and behaviour across cognitive, social, developmental and biological psychology, with research methods training. A first step towards professional psychology careers.
This 36-month undergraduate route concentrates on biological mechanisms of health, disease or living systems, laboratory investigation and scientific evidence, research design, data analysis and contemporary bioscience. The course record does not promise a placement, so students should judge it primarily by its curriculum, teaching approach and project opportunities.
Course focus
What you can expect to explore
- Biological mechanisms of health, disease or living systems
- Laboratory investigation and scientific evidence
- Research design, data analysis and contemporary bioscience
- Cognition, development and social behaviour
Skills development
Capabilities you can build
- Laboratory practice
- Scientific data analysis
- Research-method evaluation
- Technical reporting
The balance of technical, academic and professional skills depends on the modules and assessments offered for your intake.
Learning experience
How you may learn
- Applied work such as case studies, workshops, projects or problem-based tasks.
- Independent study and progressively more complex assignments or projects.
- Assessment may combine coursework, reports, presentations, examinations or projects; the exact balance is set by the university.
Who is this course for?
A strong fit for students who enjoy laboratory science and want to investigate living systems, health, disease or biotechnology through evidence. Entry requirements still determine eligibility, and students should compare the official module list with their own career goals before applying.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Relevant career directions may include:
- Laboratory scientist
- Biomedical or biotechnology professional
- Clinical research assistant
- Life-science analyst
These are examples, not guaranteed outcomes. Employment depends on your experience, location, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed.
Course contents
Published course content for this programme.
21 curriculum items were captured from the university’s official course page. These may include modules, course units or published curriculum topics, and can change by intake, pathway and availability.
- 01Starting in October 2027Published course content
- 02PsychologyPublished course content
- 03Psychology with NeurosciencePublished course content
- 04Psychology with Child DevelopmentPublished course content
- 05ProjectPublished course content
- 06Academic Skills for PsychologyPublished course content
- 07Introduction to CognitionPublished course content
- 08Introduction to Developmental PsychologyPublished course content
- 09Introduction to Individual DifferencesPublished course content
- 10Introduction to NeurosciencePublished course content
- 11Introduction to Research MethodsPublished course content
- 12Introduction to Social PsychologyPublished course content
- 13CognitionPublished course content
- 14Developmental PsychologyPublished course content
- 15Individual DifferencesPublished course content
- 16NeurosciencePublished course content
- 17Perception and AttentionPublished course content
- 18Qualitative Research MethodsPublished course content
- 19Quantitative Research MethodsPublished course content
- 20Social PsychologyPublished course content
- 21Project BSc PsychologyPublished course content
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 120 UCAS points (e.g. A-levels BBB)
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Sri Lankan GCE A-levels or IB considered for direct entry (A-level grades mapped to UK tariff); ND/HND with Merit/Distinction at department discretion
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, 6.0 in each sub-test
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