Course summary
Study a BPS accredited BSc psychology degree. You'll use technology to support your studies in our biopsychology lab and apply your learning to the real world. Develop a thorough and critical insight into psychological theory and psychology research methods on our BSc Psychology course. As part of this degree, you’ll:
- Apply your knowledge of psychology research methods to enhance your understanding of human behaviour
- Explore the reasons behind human actions, focusing on specialised areas including drug abuse, clinical and forensic psychology, and cognitive neuroscience
- Conduct contemporary psychological research, employing techniques like laboratory experiments, interviews, and focus groups
- Learn from a diverse and knowledgeable teaching team with expertise in field such as drug addiction, stress, dreams, body image, language, emotion, and child development
- Complete assessments that mirror real-world activities
- Acquire skills to effectively apply your knowledge in the workplace
- Study a BPS accredited degree
- Complete a postgraduate qualification
- Register with the Health and Care Professionals (HCPC)
- 99% of students on BSc (Hons) Psychology were positive about the way teaching staff explain things*
- BPS accredited – on successful completion of this course you can take your next steps towards qualification as a psychologist
- Placement options - build your experience and professional network by undertaking a period of work experience
- Biopsychology lab – access specialist facilities where you’ll put learning into practice and build your practical experience
- Sandwich year option – strengthen your skills and experience, build your confidence, contacts and CV
Modules
Year 1 Core Modules:
- Introducing Psychology
- Introduction to Social & Developmental Psychology
- Research Methods in Psychology 1A
- Mind, Brain & Behaviour
- Psychology & Mental Health
- Research Methods in Psychology 1B
- Cognitive Psychology
- Behavioural Neuroscience
- Research Methods in Psychology 2
- Individual Differences & Work Behaviour
- Psychological Development Through the Lifespan
- Social Psychology
- Research Methods in Psychology 3
- Critical & Philosophical Issues in Psychology
- Final Year Project
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Psychological Society
How to apply
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
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Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
Provider information
Leeds Beckett University
City Campus
Leeds
LS1 3HE
Clearing contact details
Admissions Enquiries
0113 812 3113
Additional information
0900 hrs - 1700 hrs Monday to Friday