Who is it for?
This is a popular course, suitable for anyone who wants to take an ability to understand the human mind into any career avenue. You'll be inquisitive, fascinated by the way we think and behave, and want to use psychology to advance your profession. Even if you're not planning on entering a caring profession, you'll want to know how psychology can improve human interaction.
Where can it lead?
While you can progress to further study after this course and make a career in psychology, the majority of graduates take this qualification into a non-psychology based career. Related professions would include social welfare, sport and leisure, education, human resource management, consumer research and advertising, media, market research and community work. However, almost any career can benefit from the critical thinking, analytical and research skills you'll develop, as well as your improved understanding of the motivations behind human interaction.
This degree is not BPS accredited. In order to pursue studies within the Psychology profession itself, such as educational, clinical, occupational or forensic psychology you must take the qualifying exams with the BPS (British Psychological Society). Please be aware, however, that 2009 is the last year in which registration for the Qualifying Examination will be accepted by the BPS. Following this you will be able to convert your degree through BPS accredited postgraduate training.
Salary?
The projected earnings for graduates of this course are as varied as the range of careers it supports. Even if your profession is not in the area of psychology, you'll find a degree qualification will lead to promotion and access to better paid roles.
Can I apply?
To enrol, you would generally need to hold 160 UCAS Tariff Points. However, we believe in making education accessible, and offer a wide range of eligibility options for our courses. To find out if you qualify, call and talk to one of our specialist course advisors on 0800 056 5421.
Period of study
You will study the equivalent of 18 x 20-credit modules over the course of the programme. Each module accounts for approximately 200 hours of study. You are given 8 years within which to complete the full degree.