BSc Psychology

The Psychology BSc undergraduate course offered by the University of Birmingham provides students with a detailed understanding of the human mind and behavior. This full-time, three-year course delves deep into the science of psychology, offering a comprehensive curriculum that covers major fields including cognition, neuroscience, and social psychology. Students will have opportunities for research involvement, a cornerstone of the learning experience at Birmingham's School of Psychology.Course Content: Throughout the course, students will study the basic principles of psychology, exploring how these concepts can be applied to the real world. The course is structured to allow for a gradual specialization, with students having the freedom to choose modules that align with their interests in the second and third year. In addition to traditional classes, students will have the ability to undertake their own research project in the final year.Key Modules: The course is split into several modules over its three years. Key modules in the first year include 'Introduction to Psychological Research,' 'Behavioral Neuroscience,' and 'Cognitive Psychology.' Modules for the second year include 'Personality and Individual Differences,' 'Developmental Psychology,' 'Psychopathology,' and 'Social Psychology.' In the third year, students have the opportunity to choose from various optional modules, including 'Clinical Psychology,' 'Forensic Psychology,' 'Health Psychology,' and 'Neuropsychology,' in addition to undertaking a research project.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the BPS. Future Careers: Graduates from this degree have gone on to careers in clinical psychology, counseling, education, health and social work, marketing, and human resources, among others. The skills acquired through this course can also pave the way for postgraduate study in various fields of psychology.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.