7Jun
UndergraduateCourse summary
Why choose this course? Are you fascinated by the behaviours and decisions that people exhibit? If this sounds like you, then our BSc (Hons) Psychology degree is perfect for your inquisitive mind. Studying human behaviour offers valuable insights into the mind and will provide you with a highly sought-after skills set by employers. You will: Be studying a degree that is British Psychology Association (BPS) accredited Have access to a diverse range of facilities including our psychometric lab, flight simulator, high-tech sports performance lab, experimental cubicles and simulation lab; all of which you can utilise to apply physical aspects to your theories in modules, for assessments or your dissertation Be taught by a research-active academic team, who will support your research interests fully to pursue your own research ideas in the form of an individual research project Develop the skills you need to conduct research using both qualitative and quantitative methods Key Course Features: As a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited degree, you will have the chance to attend and present at the BPS conference in your final year, enhancing your public speaking, presenting and networking skills You will have the opportunity to delve into a fascinating topic of your choice for your final year dissertation Opportunities within each module for you to gain hands-on experience of the applicability of theory and/or develop student research skills Delve into our Annual Psychology Enrichment Week which will provide you with opportunities to develop key transferrable skills, and network with leaders in the field. The BPS described the event as an opportunity for students and staff to network and develop essential transferable skills, including psychology literacy, useful for their academic and personal growth Immerse yourself in our annual real-time Major Investigation Day learning simulation – where students from different departments come together to act out, witness, investigate and report on a high-profile crime that has taken place on campus, allowing you to develop your skills working interprofessionally
Modules
What you will study YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4) Over the course of your first year, you will develop study and research methods skills that are key to the Psychology degree, whilst also learning and developing your understanding of key psychological theories and concepts. MODULES • Concepts and Debates in Psychology • Study Skills • Research Methods 1 • Biological Development • Social Development • Research Methods 2 YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5) In your second year, you will continue to develop your research method skills and apply them in different areas of Psychology. During this year, you will complete some core modules that will build on the knowledge gained in the first year. MODULES • Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience • Memory and Language • Research Methods 3 • Personality and Individual Differences • Social Behaviour and Interaction • The Self YEAR 3 (LEVEL 6) In your final year, you will design your own research project with supervision from the Academic team. This year will see you complete the final core module, Social Psychology, and also allow you to choose optional modules to study based on your own preferences and interests. MODULES • Research Methods 4 • Research Project You will take three optional modules: • Forensic Psychology • Clinical and Health Psychology • Cyberpsychology • Counselling Psychology • Neuropsychology • Developmental Disorders • Negotiated Learning • Work-Based Learning The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.
Assessment method
Teaching & Assessment You will be assessed via a variety of different assessment methods, including a combination of coursework, essays, portfolios, practical reports, presentations and in-class tests. The course does not currently assess you via exams. You will be required to do a dissertation as part of your final year assessment. The degree will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical classes, project work and computer-based exercises.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Psychological Society
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- G53
- Campus name:
- Wrexham (Main Campus)
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
International applicants
If you require a Student Visa (formerly referred to as Tier 4 visa) to study in the UK, please apply through Centurus at https://centurusone.com/apply/1111. Please note if you do require a student visa and you do not proceed to submit your application via the correct application portal, we cannot guarantee that an application via UCAS will be processed.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 - 112 points
A level - CCC - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 45 credits P: 0 credits
Scottish Higher - CDDDDD
AS
Scottish Advanced Higher - DDD
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Wrexham University takes into account a variety of qualifications and experience when considering applications to our programmes. If you are unsure if the qualifications you currently hold will be accepted for entry, or if you're not sure you'll achieve the required UCAS Tariff points, please contact us at [email protected] for further advice and guidance.
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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 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Wrexham University
Plas Coch
Mold Road
Wrexham
LL11 2AW