15Nov
UndergraduateDe Montfort University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Psychology is all about discovering how our minds shape our actions. In this course, you'll dive into key areas like biological, cognitive, developmental, and social psychology, using scientific methods like observation and testing to understand why people behave the way they do. Plus, you can gain real-world experience with a work placement. Our state-of-the-art facilities—featuring computer labs, research cubicles, and an observation suite—will support your learning, with expert technicians on hand. You’ll develop in-demand skills like critical thinking, data analysis, and communication, making you a strong candidate in any job market. This BPS-accredited degree is your first step towards becoming a psychologist, with the chance to specialise in fields like clinical, educational, or forensic psychology. Tailor your learning with optional modules in your final year to align with your passions and career goals. Key features
- Real world application: Explore how the mind influences behaviour through scientific methods such as observation, experimentation, and testing. Study core areas—biological, cognitive, developmental, and social psychology—and gain hands-on experience with an optional work placement.
- Industry experience: Take advantage of an optional year-long placement opportunity to develop your professional skills in applied settings. Past students have secured roles with organisations such as PwC, St Andrews Healthcare, Turning Point, HMPPS (Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service), Warwickshire County Council Educational Psychology Services, Leicestershire Life Links, and the NHS.
- Learn in authentic, specialist facilities: Access advanced computer labs, research cubicles, interview rooms, an innovative food lab, and an observation suite—supported by expert technicians to enhance your practical learning.
- Boost your employability: Gain essential skills like critical thinking, data analysis, and effective communication, making you an attractive candidate in the job market.
- BPS-accredited for your future: Our British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited degree is your gateway to becoming a psychologist, or progressing into specialist areas like clinical, educational, or forensic psychology.
- Tailor your learning journey: Choose from a wide range of optional final-year modules to align your studies with your personal interests and career goals.
- Research-led teaching: Our curriculum is informed by the latest research and delivered by academics who are active researchers, ensuring your learning stays relevant and up to date.
- Broaden your horizons: Our graduates are in demand across various fields, excelling in roles that require a strong understanding of societal issues, including healthcare, criminal justice, education, and social work. With a strong emphasis on research methods in the first two years, our graduates are also well-prepared to pursue careers in research, data analytics, and as behavioural science officers in local authorities.
Modules
FIRST YEAR: Professional Skills for Psychologists Core Areas and Research Methods 1 Applied Psychology Core Areas and Research Methods 2 SECOND YEAR Mind, Brain and Behaviour Psychology and Mental Health Psychology across the Lifespan Psychology of Social Problems Personality and Social Psychology THIRD YEAR Core modules: Psychology Project Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology Employability Skills and Psychology Optional modules: Criminological and Forensic Psychology Counselling Psychology Cognitive Neuropsychology Work Psychology Psychology of Health and Illness Wellbeing and Positive Psychology Psychology of Eating Behaviour Psychology and Education Cyberpsychology Perception Clinical Psychology: Theory and Practice Introduction to data science for psychologists Data Science with R Human Sexual and Reproductive Behaviours Loss, Grief and Bereavement: Cultural, Social, and Therapeutic Perspectives Psychology of Addiction Psychology of Human Rights, Activism and Social Justice Psychology and Culture: Global Issues and International Perspectives
Assessment method
Assessment combines various methods including: essays, written exams, multiple choice exams, presentations, podcasts, portfolios, critical reviews. We also utilise more innovative methods such as portfolios, podcasts, blogs, and grant applications. In your final year you will also complete an 6,000-8,000 word dissertation.
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- C800
- Institution code:
- D26
- Campus name:
- Leicester Campus
- Campus code:
- Y
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - M: 15 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points
T Level - M
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16250 | Year 1 |
| International | £16250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
*subject to the government, as is expected, passing legislation to formalise the increase
Please note that fees for subsequent years of study for continuing students are subject to an annual review. Any increase in fee will be in line with RPI-X (linked to the retail price index) and the fee cap set by the Government
Provider information
De Montfort University
The Gateway
Leicester
LE1 9BH