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BSc Psychology
Studies the mind and behaviour across cognitive, social, developmental and biological psychology, with strong research-methods training. Suits students considering psychology careers or further study.
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Southampton offers 75th Anniversary Excellence Scholarships for international students, varying by subject and country, plus course-linked awards such as the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences Global Talent Award (up to 5 awards of £10,000).
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A clearer look at BSc Psychology
Studies the mind and behaviour across cognitive, social, developmental and biological psychology, with strong research-methods training. Suits students considering psychology careers or further study.
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.
28 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.
- 01Introduction to PsychologyPublished course content
- 02Individual DifferencesPublished course content
- 03Behavioural NeurosciencePublished course content
- 04Becoming a Psychology Researcher IPublished course content
- 05Psychology of AttractivenessPublished course content
- 06Learning to LearnPublished course content
- 07Developmental PsychologyPublished course content
- 08PerceptionPublished course content
- 09Social PsychologyPublished course content
- 10Becoming a Psychology Researcher IIPublished course content
- 11Clinical PsychologyPublished course content
- 12Educational PsychologyPublished course content
- 13Psychology of AdvertisingPublished course content
- 14Social and Affective NeurosciencePublished course content
- 15Academic Support and Employability 1Published course content
- 16Becoming a Psychology Researcher 1Published course content
- 17Ideas that Shape the Contemporary World - Work, Change and OrganisationsPublished course content
- 18The Psychology of Mental HealthPublished course content
- 19Academic Support and Employability 2Published course content
- 20Becoming a Psychology Researcher 2Published course content
- 21Cognitive NeurosciencePublished course content
- 22Cognitive Psychology in EducationPublished course content
- 23Criminological PsychologyPublished course content
- 24Emerging and Resilient IndiaPublished course content
- 25Engineering Replacement Body PartsPublished course content
- 26Global HealthPublished course content
- 27Global Sustainability ChallengesPublished course content
- 28Human OriginsPublished course content
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- A-levels AAB including one accepted science subject
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- 3 Sri Lankan A-levels with grades equivalent to the UK A-level requirement (UK range BBB to A*AA); foundation year options available
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, 6.0 in each component
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