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BSc (Hons) Psychology
Explores the mind, brain and behaviour from several perspectives in a research-active department. It is a base for careers in psychology or postgraduate training.
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Potential funding at University of York
Sri Lanka is on the eligible list for the York International Undergraduate Scholarship (£5,000 per year) and the York International Masters Scholarship (£5,000–£8,000 per year) for 2027/28. Achievement Scholarships of up to £10,000 (first year only) are open to all international UG and masters applicants.
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A clearer look at BSc (Hons) Psychology
Explores the mind, brain and behaviour from several perspectives in a research-active department. It is a base for careers in psychology or postgraduate training.
This 36-month undergraduate route concentrates on cognition, development and social behaviour, psychological research methods and statistics, applying evidence to individual and social questions. 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
- Cognition, development and social behaviour
- Psychological research methods and statistics
- Applying evidence to individual and social questions
- Study major explanations of mind and behaviour.
Skills development
Capabilities you can build
- Research design
- Statistical analysis
- Critical evaluation
- Evidence-based communication
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 curious about mind and behaviour who are prepared to engage with scientific research, statistics and critical evaluation. 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:
- Assistant psychologist
- Research assistant
- People or wellbeing professional
- Further professional psychology training
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.
29 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.
- 01MSciPublished course content
- 02Brain and Behaviour IPublished course content
- 03Perception and Cognition IPublished course content
- 04Language and Development IPublished course content
- 05Social Psychology and Individual Differences IPublished course content
- 06Research Methods in Psychology IPublished course content
- 07Applying PsychologyPublished course content
- 08Academic integrity modulePublished course content
- 09Brain and Behaviour IIPublished course content
- 10Perception and Cognition IIPublished course content
- 11Language and Development IIPublished course content
- 12Social Psychology and Individual Differences IIPublished course content
- 13Research Methods in Psychology IIPublished course content
- 14Psychology of WellbeingPublished course content
- 15Psychology for the Public GoodPublished course content
- 16Psychology of Wellbeing or Psychology for the Public GoodPublished course content
- 17Final Year ProjectPublished course content
- 18'Boredom eating' as a possible cause of obesityPublished course content
- 19The neural basis of face perceptionPublished course content
- 20The relationship between social class and expressive language in primary school childrenPublished course content
- 21English and Mandarin speakers' perception of timePublished course content
- 22Neurodevelopmental DisordersPublished course content
- 23Psychology of HealthPublished course content
- 24The Psychology of Consciousness and Free willPublished course content
- 25Mind and BrainPublished course content
- 26Moral and Political PsychologyPublished course content
- 27Applications of Forensic PsychologyPublished course content
- 28Advanced Research MethodsPublished course content
- 29Clinical Psychology and Applications of CBTPublished course content
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- A-levels AAA
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Sri Lankan GCE Advanced Level: between AAA and BBB depending on course (specific subject scores may be required); Foundation or International Year One available via the International Pathway College
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5, minimum 6.0 in each component
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on york.ac.uk. The expanded description is original GEC guidance built from the recorded course summary, award level and subject; it does not reproduce a university or partner listing word for word. Exact modules, teaching, assessment, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of York before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.