Psychology at London South Bank University - UCAS

Course summary

How do our brains work? Is our behaviour influenced by our genes, our environment, or both? Psychology gives you a fascinating insight into the factors that influence how people think, feel and behave. This course is, to our knowledge, the first in the UK, that teaches the core curriculum from an holistic perspective so students fully appreciate how different areas of psychology (biological, cognitive, individual differences, developmental, social and conceptual and historical issues) integrate to facilitate greater understanding of human behaviour by exploring themes such as feelings, behaviour with others, thinking and communication and learning and memory. On this degree course, you can choose from a variety of pathways: Psychology Clinical Psychology Forensic Psychology Child Development

Modules

This course integrates core areas of psychological knowledge, giving you a deep understanding of the subject. Taught with an applied focus, it will also help you apply your learning in the real world to make a difference to people's lives. Year 1: Psychological research methods 1, Introducing psychological approaches, Introducing real world psychology, Psychological research methods 2, Exploring real world psychology, Exploring psychological approaches, Year 2: Psychological research methods 3, The psychology of learning and memory, The psychology of feelings, Psychological research methods 4, The psychology of behaviour with others, The psychology of thinking and communication, Year 3: *New module in development: Psychology professional practice and project Plus four options from: Please note option modules may vary, and we cannot guarantee specific modules will be delivered. Psychology of mental health and distress, Health psychology, Development of brain and behaviour in infancy, Psychology of inter- and intra- group processes, Psychology of addictive behaviours, Applied psychometrics, Neuropsychology, Counselling psychology and psychotherapy, Psychopharmacology, Thinking: Past, present and future. Lifespan development Psychology in the workplace Psychology of the Performing Arts Sex gender relationships Psychology in the Criminal Justice system Psychology of Judgement and Decision Making Clinical Approaches in Forensic Psychology


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
C800
Institution code:
L75
Campus name:
LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

International applicants

English Language Requirements for International and EU Applicants: IELTS 6.0 (the minimum score required in each skill area is 5.5) or TOEFL IBT 80 ( the minimum score required in each skills areas are: Reading 18, Listening 17, Writing 17, Speaking 20) or Pearson Test of English Academic 52 (the minimum score required in each skill area is 51)

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above).


Student Outcomes

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55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
75%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1

Additional fee information

Read fees and funding information at https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-and-funding
Psychology at London South Bank University - UCAS