The BSc (Hons) in Psychology will introduce you to the full range of areas that are studied by psychologists, including perception, cognition, motivation and behaviour. You will be grounded in the theoretical foundations and modern developments of contemporary psychology. Emphasis is placed on practical classes and on learning research techniques right from the start of your degree.

Psychology is available as both a Bachelor of Science (BSc) and a Master of Arts (MA) degree. The content of the subjects is the same irrespective of Faculty. Students who have a background in the sciences or who wish to study Psychology alongside Science subjects at St Andrews should apply for the BSc.

A degree in psychology from St Andrews is recognised by the British Psychological Society as conferring basis for graduate registration, provided requisite modules are passed with appropriate grades. BPS recognition qualifies you to undertake training in various areas of professional psychology, including both clinical and educational psychology.

Careers

There are a number of professions directly linked to a psychology degree such as clinical, educational, industrial and forensic psychology. It is also associated with jobs in the welfare area and in personnel.

More generally, a good Honours degree in psychology can give direct entry into management training and civil service posts. Recent graduates have secured positions in the health service, speech therapy and banking.

 Popular careers areas for psychology students include:

• academia
• advertising
• civil service
• general management
• human resources
• marketing and sales
• social work.