BSc (Hons) Psychology

Are you interested in developing a scientific understanding of the human mind and what drives human motivation and behaviour? Our British Psychological Society accredited BSc (Hons) Psychology degree will introduce you to a wide range of contemporary research and support you in developing key knowledge, skills, and abilities that are essential in pursuing a career within psychology. Our course has been designed with your career in mind.

Course details

With a huge choice of subjects, many of which are you won’t see at other leading universities, you can design your own course from the areas that interest you most; whether it’s sports and health, counselling, coaching we’ve got something for everyone.

Mode of study: 2 days a week
Intake: Intakes: February , May & September
Course length: 3 years
Course fee: 9250 per year
Locations: London/ Birmingham/ Manchester/ Leeds campus

Arden University London

Course overview

This course is more than learning a subject; it’s being part of a rich community of student and tutors, becoming immersed in the subject and preparing yourself for the future. You’ll never be alone while you study with us; we have gone above and beyond with the support we offer so it’s tailored to you as an individual; whether it’s through our various support teams or your tutors, who are internationally respected industry practitioners, published authors, and PhD holders in the psychology field.

Benefits

Active collaborative learning
Face-to-face discussion
Outstanding student support
Learn from experienced tutors
Make full use of facilities
Access support
Careers advice

Entry requirements

Passes at grade C or above in three subjects including mathematics at GCSE level or academic equivalent.

If you do not have GCSE or equivalent in mathematics you will be able to complete an assessment-free module before the start of your course to substitute for this.

Careers

As well as graduating with the possibility of continuing on to further study at master’s degree level or entering training to qualify as a professional psychologist, you’ll also have career options in front of you which could include:

Psychotherapist
Data analyst
Support Worker
Nursing
Mental Health Professional
Human Resource Manager
Careers Adviser
Counsellor
Journalist
Marketing/Advertising
Police Officer
Social Work

Modules

You have 3-9 years to complete this course, which means you can take up to 3 years to complete each level. Most of our students, however, aim to complete the course within 3 to 6 years.

Year one

Introduction to studying Psychology (20 credits)
Social Psychology (20 credits)
Introduction to Research Methods (20 credits)
Developmental Psychology (20 credits)
Biological Psychology (20 credits)
Cognitive Psychology (20 credits)

Year two

Qualitative Research Methods (20 credits)
Quantitative Research Methods (20 credits)
Personality and Intelligence (20 credits)
Positive Psychology (20 credits)
Elective modules (select two)
Forensic Psychology (20 credits)
Sport and Exercise Psychology (20 credits)
Occupational Psychology (20 credits)
Clinical and Health Psychology (20 credits)
Child Development and Educational Psychology (20 credits)
Coaching Psychology (20 credits)

Year Three

Professional Development (20 credits)
Research Project (40 credits)
Elective modules (select three)
Advanced Research Methods (20 credits)
Counselling Psychology: Mental Health and Illness (20 credit)
Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience (20 credits)
Political Psychology (20 credits)
Cyber Psychology (20 credits)
Gender and Sexuality (20 credits)