Psychology

UCAS code: C800

Here's what University of the West of Scotland says about its Psychology course.

OVERVIEW IF YOU FANCY LEARNING ABOUT THE INNER WORKINGS OF THE MIND AND HUMAN BEHAVIOUR, THE UWS’S BSc (HONS) PSYCHOLOGY DEGREE IS FOR YOU. You’ll study the human mind and associated behaviour and develop key skills in the collection, analysis and interpretation of data – which will allow you to apply your knowledge in research and investigation processes to solve problems in real-world settings. UWS’s BSc (Hons) Psychology programme is accredited bythe British Psychological Society, which provides the basis for Graduate Registration.

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

• This programme will prepare you for a career as a Chartered Psychologist. • You’ll study the human mind and associated behaviour so that you can apply knowledge within real-world environments. • You’ll develop key skills in the collection, analysis and interpretation of data to improve your understanding of the research and investigation process. • From communication, numeracy and teamwork, to computing, critical thinking and independent working, this programme will equip you with a range of skills employers value.

CAREERS

Graduates from this programme are equipped with the skills to secure employment in roles, including: • Market research • Personnel management • Teaching • Civil Service • Research • Careers guidance • Working in charity and non-governmental organisations

Year one Introduction to key psychology topics and methods of investigation.

Year two

• Develop skills in research design and data analysis; • Explore key topics in developmental and biological psychology, and social and cognitive psychology.

Year three

You will focus on the key areas of psychology for BPS accreditation: • Developmental psychology • Social psychology • Biological psychology • Cognitive psychology • Personality and individual differences

Year four

• Carry out a research dissertation on a psychology topic of your choice; • Deepen your knowledge of applied psychology through specialist optional modules

You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and classrooms. There will also be group work and independent learning through inquiry-based learning. This is often coordinated and guided by tutors. You will develop transferable skills such as:

• Research;
• Presentation;
• Communication;
• Working as part of a team

Our BSc (Hons) Psychology course uses a variety of assessment methods, including: Coursework including essays, critical review exercises, practical reports, poster and oral presentations, laboratory exercises and digital assessments. We place greater emphasis on continuous assessment in the early stages of the course. We then introduce you to the necessary skills to underpin the later levels of the degree.