Course Overview
Do the inner workings of the human mind intrigue you? Do you want to see what the brain, the most complicated engine in the universe, is capable of? Through psychology, you’ll understand the depths of the human psyche. You’ll find yourself involved in contemporary research in the social, developmental, cognitive, individual differences and biological dimensions of behaviour.
Become an expert in all areas of Psychology
You'll study the applications of psychology in a wide range of areas, including specific social problems in relation to crime, the workplace and mental health. Working through theories posed by Freud and Jung to your own original research, you’ll have a strong grasp of what makes the mind tick.
Through course assessments you'll gain key skills such as how to work in a team, give engaging presentations, write concise reports, and analyse data effectively. In the final year of study you’ll also be able to choose from a range of applied and theoretical modules.
Attendance and Personal Study
You will have six hours per week scheduled contact time at the University. You will also be expected to take responsibility for your independent learning outside of these contact hours.
Be a part of the British Psychological Society
This course has been accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), a qualification recognised by major employers throughout the country. All our compulsory modules take you through the core BPS requirements. Once you graduate, with a 2.2 or above, you’ll be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). From there, you’ll be able to take the next steps towards being a Chartered Psychologist.
More placements, more choices
Bucks is a Placements Plus university. So, whatever degree you do, you can be sure there’ll be plenty of industry-relevant opportunities on offer, to help you get into your chosen field.
We’ll also prepare you for work beforehand, with special skills for work training, further boosting your CV, and building skills employers will value. In recognition of the value we place on these skills we have incorporated this experience into your study time.
Placements Plus is all about helping you get some valuable experience under your belt while you’re a student. To increase your choices later, and help you get the graduate-level job you want.
Course Details
At Bucks, we explore every aspect of psychology on our wide range of courses. Our department is home to a fantastic community of Psychology and Social Science students who may collaborate with you on projects - providing a rich supply of volunteers when you run your own experiments. With Psychology, learning doesn’t just take place in the lecture hall – you’ll have the chance to learn in labs and seminar rooms, gaining the skills that you’ll need for your career.
Learn from expert psychologists using specialist software
In workshops and lectures, we’ll take you through the various techniques you need to analyse data. You’ll focus on the practical use of the statistics software package SPSS, used by social scientists to analyse and present quantitative data. And you’ll have the opportunity to use the observation laboratory and measure psycho-physiological responses with Biopac©, a specialist research software tool.
Study in our well-designed facilities – both online and offline
Our High Wycombe Campus has everything you need only a walk away. Our library is packed with all the information you need for your assessments and there’s plenty of room to knuckle down for some quiet study. We also sign you up with our Virtual Learning Environment which grants you access to e-Journals and resources wherever you are
What are the course entry requirements?
A typical offer will require a UCAS Tariff score between 96 - 120 points and GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above.
A minimum of two full A-levels (or equivalent) is required.
For further details of our international English entry requirements, please visit our international pages.
Course Modules
Module Map
This module map provides a list of the modules that make up your course. You can find more information about how your course is structured on our Academic Advice section.
The modules available on this course are as follows:
Year One Modules
- Intro to Developmental and Social Psychology
- Intro to Biological Psychology and Cognitive Psychology
- Intro to Personality and Applying Psychology
- Intro to Cross-Disciplinary Psychology
Year Two Modules
- Psychological Research Methods
- Making Sense of Society: The Sociological Imagination
- Making Sense of Society: Understanding the Social World
Year Three Modules
- Developmental Psychology
- Quantitative Research Methods in Psychology
- Personality and Individual Differences
Year Four Modules
- BioPsychology
- Qualitative Research Methods in Psychology
- Cognitive Processes in Psychology
- Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology
Year Five Modules
- Positive Psychology (optional)
- Health Psychology (optional)
- Business and Organisational Psychology (optional)
- Advanced Developmental Psychology (optional)
- Counselling Psychology (optional)
- Principles of Psychopathology (optional)
- Evolutionary Psychology (optional)
- Exceptional Human Experience (optional)
- Brain, Mind and Behaviour (optional)
- Educational Psychology (optional)
- Police Psychology and Legal Framework (optional)
- Investigative and Forensic Psychology (optional)
- Empirical Dissertation
Year Six Modules
- Critical Social Psychology
- Positive Psychology (optional)
- Health Psychology (optional)
- Business and Organisational Psychology (optional)
- Advanced Developmental Psychology (optional)
- Counselling Psychology (optional)
- Principles of Psychopathology (optional)
- Evolutionary Psychology (optional)
- Exceptional Human Experience (optional)
- Brain, Mind and Behaviour (optional)
- Educational Psychology (optional)
- Police Psychology and Legal Framework (optional)
- Investigative and Forensic Psychology (optional)
Fees
How much does it cost
Part Time Home and EU, Academic Year 2020-2021: £4,900 per year
Most courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees.
You could benefit from financial support through a bursary or scholarship during your time as a student. For more details visit our financial support, bursaries and scholarships section.
Questions about fees?
Contact our Enquiries Team:
0330 123 2023
advice@bucks.ac.uk
How do I apply?
For application details please visit bucks.ac.uk/applying-to-bucks
