Psychology - BSc
| From | To | UK Fee * | International Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep 2012 | 31 Aug 2013 | £7,800 | £9,000 |
* Exceptions may apply. Please see Fees and Finance for further information.
Introduction
BSc (Hons) in Psychology provides an opportunity to study a range of psychological theories and approaches. You have the opportunity to consider 'big issues' in contemporary psychology as well as studying pioneering approaches and major thinkers.
The degree operates within a flexible framework allowing you to select modules to suit your own interests. At Levels 1 and 2 you study a range of core modules providing a good grasp of psychological knowledge across a number of topics. In Level 3, you choose from a suite of options to pursue in greater depth topics that interest you.
New psychology laboratories offer excellent teaching and research facilities and these include social, cognitive and computing laboratories. Staff expertise covers a wide range of areas a wide variety of research projects take place in the department.
Psychology is taught on the Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter's. This campus boasts video conferencing facilities, electronic whiteboards, PowerPoint and audio-visual facilities.
Students have access to 24-hour computing within the award winning centre for computing and have access to the excellent St Peter's Library and a wide range of books and journals in addition to database and electronic research information.
Our programme is fully accredited by the British Psychological Society and, on successful completion, provides Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the Society, provided the minimum standard of a Second Class Honours is achieved. This is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist. The British Psychological Society can provide information on becoming a Chartered Psychologist.
Course Content
Level 1
- Introduction to Psychology - PSY130
- Foundations of Psychological Research PSY118
- Perspectives on Psychology - PSY135
Level 2
- Biological and Cognitive Psychology - PSY240
- Social Psychology and Individual Differences - PSY241
- Psychological Research - PSY225
- Psychological Perspectives PSY235
- Evolutionary Psychology - PSY245
Level 3
- Empirical Project - PSY332
- Dissertation in Psychology (open to Combined Subject Psychology Dual students only) - PSY358
- Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology - PSY341
- Developmental Psychology - PSY324
Level 3 Optional Modules:
- Contemporary Evolutionary Psychology PSY327
- Remembering and Forgetting PSY328
- Clinical Neuropsychology - PSY334
- Occupational Psychology - PSY335
- Mental Health and Illness - PSY340
- Psychology Placement PSY345
- Psychology and the Real World PSY346
- Counselling Psychology - PSY306
- Psychology of Ageing - PSY354
- Occupational Health Psychology - PSY355
- Environmental Psychology - PSY356
- Applied Evolutionary Psychology - PSY357
- Psychology, Sport and Spectators - PSY359
- Saying What You Mean and Meaning What You Say: The Relationship Between Language and Thought PSY365
(available modules may vary from year to year)
Entry Requirements
Our typical offer will be 260 points from a minimum of 2 A levels/AVCEs or equivalent (e.g. 1 x AVCE double award).
We accept a maximum of 20 points from Level 3 Key Skills.
We also require three passes at GCSE grade C or above which must include Mathematics and English Language or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number.
Access Course: We would require successful completion of a Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education Access programme and that you would have a minimum of GCSE grade C Mathematics and English Language (or have obtained the equivalent as part of your course).
Scottish Highers: Our typical offer is for 260 points.
Irish Leaving Certificate: Our typical offer is for 260 points.
Direct Entry to Level 2/3: Candidates wishing to be considered for direct entry to Level 2/3 of a programme should contact the Helpline, Tel: (0191) 515 3000.
International Applicants: Tel: +44 191 515 3000.
Fees and Finance
The fees for this course are as specified in the table at the top of the page.
Please note that different fees apply to students studying for "Equivalent or Lower Qualifications" (ELQs). For more information about ELQs, please see the page Information for applicants who already have an HE Qualification.
For information about University scholarships and bursaries please see the page Fees and Finance.
Teaching and Assessment
The Department of Psychology was recently rated the best in the North East for students satisfaction and is first nationally for assessment and feedback for the second year running based on the National Student Survey.
The Sunday Times ranked the Department number one for teaching excellence of all psychology departments in the country.
Teaching combines lectures with seminars, tutorials, supervised project and group work and resource based learning. The university is equipped with specialist psychological and computer laboratories.
Assessment is carried out through examinations, essays, individual and group seminar presentations, posters, multiple-choice tests, and short answer questions.
Career Opportunities
Psychology graduates move on to a broad range of careers spanning management, personnel, social work, public services (teaching, NHS, Civil Service, and the Armed Forces), counselling and advertising.
Many pursue postgraduate qualifications in order to enter specific fields of psychological practice including clinical, counselling, educational, environmental, forensic, health, occupational or industrial psychology, sports psychology or research and teaching in further and higher educational institutions.
Facilities
As a student of the Department of Psychology, you will have access to some of the best learning support facilities in the higher education sector.
Our libraries provide computers, printing, photocopying, and inter-library loans. Sunderland also has an extensive electronic library collection, which means you can access much of the information you need on-line.
You will also benefit from access to over 500 computer workstations of the David Goldman Informatics Centre which offers the latest software packages - open seven days a week.
*World Class Web/Design Tools*
The University of Sunderland has made a significant investment in providing students with access to the latest releases of Adobe products.
Selected PCs within the St Peter's and Murray Libraries have been pre-loaded with the Creative Suite 4 (CS4) Adobe Design Premium Suite for your exclusive use.
CS4 Creative includes key products such as Indesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver as well as Photoshop and a range of many others.
Further information is available from:
http://www.adobe.com/uk/products/creativesuite/design/
For information regarding locations of PC or Macs within your own faculty that have access to Adobe products please contact your Faculty IT Support.
If you are interested in purchasing Adobe products for your own PC/Mac Adobe offer significant savings for student purchases via any of its approved re-sellers.
Please visit:
http://www.student-software.co.uk/