Year One: Psychology Degree

We will consider questions such as why we remember some things and forget others, how different areas of our brain influence behaviour and how we develop language. You will have an opportunity to acquire some hands-on skills in research by conducting experiments in your research methods classes as well as by getting experience of research assistant work with cutting edge staff research activity. Modules include:

• Investigating Methods and Evidence in Psychology
• Psychological Development in the Social World
• Biological and Cognitive Psychology
• Thinking Psychologically

Year Two: Psychology Degree

The methods and evidence module which will give you an opportunity to understand and practice quantitative methods such as ANOVA and ANCOVA, as well as qualitative methods in psychology such as grounded theory and discourse analysis.

The emphasis this year is learning to investigate like a psychologist, and one module will expose students to the different methodological approaches used within specific areas of psychology to find things out. Your final module in the second year aims to develop transferable skills in placement activity in a paid or voluntary setting.

• Advanced Methods and Evidence in Psychology
• Current Research in Biological and Cognitive Psychology
• Developmental and Social Perspectives on Identity
• Finding Things Out: Approaches to Psychological Investigation
• Professional Practice and Employability

Year Three: Psychology Degree

You will complete an Advanced Research Methods: Dissertation. You will be expected to undertake a research dissertation based on a topic that interests you. You will be responsible for the design, execution analysis and reporting of your project and will take part in an ethics conference, complete a dissertation report and an oral presentation of your research findings. You will also complete a module called Using Psychology in which you will be encouraged to apply your knowledge of psychology to specific practice and real life contexts. You will also choose from a range of specialist modules to match your interests and aspirations. These include:

• Health Psychology Across the Lifespan
• Psychological Disorders and Therapeutic Interventions
• Forensic Psychology
• Applications of Social Psychology
• Cognitive Neuropsychology and Neuroscience
• The Psychology of Education and Work

Psychology at university will develop additional skills that employers value, such as problem solving, analytical skills, communication and presentations, report writing, numeracy and teamwork. These can be transferred to other careers, including human resource management, teaching, social work, business, journalism, marketing, and police work. Many graduates also progress to postgraduate study or specialist professional training in psychology.

A psychology university degree can take you into a range of interesting careers when you graduate. We will provide you with exciting opportunities that will enhance your skills, look great on your CV, and give you that vital edge when looking for a job.

Whether you’re interested in traditional psychology careers, working in the social and welfare profession or analysing human behaviours, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to help enhance your future career prospects and be well equipped to make an impression on a future employer.