BSc (Hons) Psychology (Full Time)

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BSc (Hons) Psychology (Full Time)

Southampton Solent University
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On this fascinating course you’ll develop an understanding of behaviour and explore the processes, thoughts and experiences associated with how people act and interact with one another. The course includes a scientific approach to the investigation of mind, brain and behaviour.

Key elements include:

  • Accreditation by the British Psychological Society, an internationally recognised assurance of quality and standards
  • Applied psychology, exploring the contribution psychology can make to an understanding of people’s everyday problems
  • A supportive, experienced and dedicated staff team with professional and academic expertise across a range of psychology fields and careers
  • Innovative and emp…

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On this fascinating course you’ll develop an understanding of behaviour and explore the processes, thoughts and experiences associated with how people act and interact with one another. The course includes a scientific approach to the investigation of mind, brain and behaviour.

Key elements include:

  • Accreditation by the British Psychological Society, an internationally recognised assurance of quality and standards
  • Applied psychology, exploring the contribution psychology can make to an understanding of people’s everyday problems
  • A supportive, experienced and dedicated staff team with professional and academic expertise across a range of psychology fields and careers
  • Innovative and employment-related assessments, enabling students to draw on a well-established knowledge base
  • Guest lecturers, providing up-to-date insight into specialist aspects of psychology
  • Opportunities for students to present research at national and international conferences – we have a track record of success in this area
  • Additional support for dissertations and individual projects
  • Staff-led journal club and departmental seminars where students are encouraged to join and discuss specialist topics
  • Modern facilities to support learning, including dedicated observation, cognitive, psychophysiology and computer laboratories and newly installed experimental cubicles.

Depending on your degree grade a course accredited by the British Psychological Society can provide entry to many postgraduate training programmes. These can lead to Chartered status, professional recognition and registration.

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Industrial focus

The course emphasises how psychology applies within the workplace and, with further study, within counselling, research and teaching, sport and exercise, forensics and criminal inquiry, clinical applications, and health and education. We employ a wide range of methodological techniques, including interviews, observations and experiments, with applications to many careers within and beyond psychology.

Assessments address ‘real-world’ issues and problems. Students can also do work-based learning as part of their studies.

A Voluntary Research Assistant Scheme enables students to work on staff projects and gain live experience of psychology research. Psychology graduates are also encouraged to take on voluntary or paid positions following university to gain relevant experience before further study or training. We offer to host regional British Psychological Society student conferences and careers events to support students in their careers.

Course content

Year 1

Six core units:

  • Foundations in Psychology
  • Psychological Inquiry OR Psychology in the Workplace
  • Methods and Analysis in Psychology
  • Applied Psychology
  • Psychological Investigations 1
  • Psychological Investigations 2

Year 2

Six core units:

  • Biological Psychology
  • Real-World Cognition
  • Social Psychology in Action
  • Exploring Human Development
  • The Practice of Research in Psychology 1
  • The Practice of Research in Psychology 2

Year 3

Two core units and three option units:

  • Psychology Project
  • Personality and Individual Differences.

Options:

  • Psychology and Mental Health
  • Counselling: Application and Practice
  • Psychology of Crime
  • Psychology of Education
  • Advanced Issues in Education
  • Health Psychology: Treatment Issues and Healthcare
  • Health Psychology: Promoting Healthy Behaviour
  • Positive Psychology
  • Occupational Psychology in the Workplace
  • Career Decision Making and Employment Strategies
  • Psychometrics and Workplace Assessment
  • Psychology in Sport
  • Debates in Psychology
  • Advanced Statistical Analysis
  • Team Skills Training and Facilitation
  • The Extended Essay
  • The Psychology of Intimate Relationships
  • Environmental Psychology
  • Cyber Psychology
  • Health: Biopsychosocial Approaches
  • Used or Abused? The Psychology of Drinking
  • Applied Qualitative Research.

Why choose Solent?

Psychologists take a scientific approach to the understanding of human behaviour.

Psychology is a popular subject because it has relevance to so many areas of everyday life, such as health, education, economics and crime. It is of interest to anyone who wants to understand why people behave in particular ways and in how that knowledge can be applied.
The skills acquired by a psychology graduate are valuable for a wide range of careers.

  • Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), giving students eligibility for graduate membership, the first step towards becoming a chartered psychologist.
  • Modern facilities including dedicated observation, cognitive, psychophysiology and computer laboratories.
  • Dedicated, supportive and experienced staff team with a wide range of professional expertise and research experience
  • Work-based learning opportunities.
  • Integrated real-world-focused assessment on many modules.

Assessment

Coursework essays, practical written reports, group and individual presentations, time-limited assignments, examinations, poster presentations, case studies, final-year project.

Projects/work experience

A voluntary research assistance scheme is in place which provides opportunities for students to take part in research projects. Examples of projects include the impact of parenting styles on development, academic experiences and an exploration of the role that social networks play in maintaining health and wellbeing.

Key career skills

Analysis and research, presentation, project management, verbal/written communication and problem solving.

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