Our BSc course stands out from other comparable courses in that it puts a strong emphasis on scientific methods across all sub-disciplines of behavioural science. The programme is designed to engage students with the theories, perspectives, and methods that are used to study the mind, the brain, and behaviour, whilst also developing high-level skills in empirical investigation and scientific data analysis. The curriculum is divided into five strands that carry through the first and second year: (1) Brain and behaviour, (2) Development and language, (3) Perception and cognition, (4) Social, personality, and abnormal psychology, and (5) Research methods. In their final year, students choose advanced modules from a range of options taught in small to medium-size groups. They also undertake a comprehensive review of the literature in a topic of their choice and an empirical research project based on original data. These capabilities, combined with opportunities to develop professional communication and project skills, allow our students to go on to graduate-level employment in various sectors of the job market, ranging from health care to education to technology, as well as moving on to more advanced scientific research.

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Statement of Purpose

Understand the scientific underpinnings of psychology as a discipline, its historical origins, development and limitations, with a particular emphasis on the role of brain functions in human behaviour and experience.

Critically analyse and evaluate theory within and beyond the field of psychology using empirical evidence to support their reasoning and arguments.

Demonstrate a systematic knowledge of a range of research paradigms, research methods and measurement techniques, including statistical analysis, and be aware of their limitations.

Design, conduct, analyse and interpret systematic, scientifically rigorous and ethically sound studies both individually and in groups, using appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods and statistics, and supported by state-of-the-art digital software.

Communicate complex information effectively using appropriate written, oral, graphical and electronic means, taking into account diversity among individuals to whom the information is communicated.

Explain the potential impact of psychological research and theory on a broad range of real world settings and situations (e.g., classrooms, industry, commerce, healthcare, as well as local and global communities).

Problem-solve and reason scientifically. Specifically, graduates will be able to identify and pose research questions, consider alternative approaches to their solutions, and evaluate outcomes.

Be sensitive to contextual and interpersonal factors. Graduates will be familiar with the complexity of the factors that shape behaviour and social interaction which, in turn, will make them more aware of the bases of problems and interpersonal conflicts.