The Psychology BSc (Hons) at the University of Northumbria Newcastle offers you a comprehensive exploration into the complexities of human behaviour and the mind. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are driven by a curiosity to understand the underlying principles of cognition, emotion, and social interaction, and wish to develop expertise in areas such as psychobiology, developmental psychology, and mental health. You will gain a robust foundation in psychological research methodologies and theories, preparing you to critically analyse and contribute to this dynamic scientific discipline.
You will study this course full-time on campus over four years, engaging with core modules that cover essential topics like neuropsychology, mental health difficulties, and research methods, alongside a significant psychology project in your final year. Throughout your degree, you will have opportunities to explore optional specialisms ranging from health psychology to organisational psychology, and potentially undertake a psychology placement to gain practical experience. Upon successful completion, you will graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue careers in psychology-related fields or further academic study, meeting the requirements for Graduate Basis for Chartered membership of the British Psychological Society.