Psychology BSc (Hons)

This distinctive course demonstrates applications of psychology in a global context, providing holistic understanding of psychological explanations and their applications using real-life examples (e.g. mental-health) across different contexts. The course engages with theory, research and applications of psychological perspectives and methods/techniques in a global context to develop professional levels of transferable, practical and cognitive skills. This aims to enable graduates to attain the ... READ MORE

This distinctive course demonstrates applications of psychology in a global context, providing holistic understanding of psychological explanations and their applications using real-life examples (e.g. mental-health) across different contexts. The course engages with theory, research and applications of psychological perspectives and methods/techniques in a global context to develop professional levels of transferable, practical and cognitive skills. This aims to enable graduates to attain the qualities to confidently progress in an international arena.   * You will develop critical awareness and understanding of core BPS curriculum and specialised and contemporary content using a thematic approach e.g. the darker side of psychology, psychology and popular culture, cyber psychology, mental health and wellbeing, culture, gender and sexuality. * The course provides a broad and varied educational experience within which learning occurs, engaging you in experiential learning and a wide range of international contexts. * Equips you with the appropriate methodological and analytical skills to undertake research in the field of psychology whilst adhering to discipline defined ethical standards.**Key Course Benefits*** Gain a critical appreciation of how psychology can be applied to real world questions, cross-cultural and diverse situations across global contexts.* Focus on employability: developing transferable, practical and cognitive skills (e.g. critical analysis, problem solving, and leadership) and our ‘Enhanced Skills in Psychology Scheme’ that provides opportunity for work experience, putting you in an excellent position to secure postgraduate education or employment in an increasingly competitive graduate education and job market.* Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) projects enhances international awareness through multi-cultural communication and peer interaction at partner institutions.* Top 300 in World Rankings for Psychology - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022.* Opportunities to participate in exciting field trips to a range of overseas destinations, which have previously included the United States.