Course Description
Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and its functions. This exciting degree will help you learn more about yourself and others, and give you a deep insight into how the human mind works and affects behaviour.
The extended degree programmes include a foundation year, which will provide you with a sound introduction to key elements needed for studying Psychology at degree level. Our extended degree programme will provide you with a thorough and supportive academic preparation for study. The foundation year is carefully designed to build confidence in your abilities, develop essential academic and study skills, and provide you with the subject specific knowledge essential for success.
On this BSc , you’ll develop an excellent understanding of all the core areas of this inspiring field, including biological, social and developmental psychology. You’ll explore how psychology can have a positive impact on people's lives, and learn about the latest developments, in subjects as diverse as neuropsychology and criminal psychology.
Our modules cover a vast range of areas, from cognition, and social and developmental psychology, to specialist fields such as autism, mental health, positive and forensic psychology.
You can learn more about biological psychology, and how the brain, nervous system and other physiological systems interact with mental functions and behaviour. Or focus on personality psychology and abnormal behaviour, or criminal profiling and social media use in connection with psychological theory and practice.
Whatever you opt to study, you will learn from enthusiastic and dedicated tutors, who also practitioners and often involved in the latest research. 100% of our psychology research is rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ for its impact (Research Excellence Framework 2014). Read more about our research here.
You will benefit from our world-class library, specialist research equipment (including EEG machines and access to an fMRI scanner) and state of the art teaching facilities.
This degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and, if you graduate with a 2.2 or above, you will automatically gain Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS). This is the first step to becoming a chartered psychologist.
Course Content
Foundation Year
- You will take modules in English and Maths which will develop your core academic and study skills. The syllabus includes a year-long module relevant to your chosen degree subject such as An Introduction to Scientific Thinking.
- This will provide you with a subject specific knowledge in Psychology which is essential for success in your degree.
Year one
- Build your knowledge of varied aspects of psychology and be introduced to a broad range of topics including child development, cognitive and biological processes, psychological research methods and social psychology.
- Modules include Psychology in the Real World, which will help you understand how to apply theory to real-life situations; and Psychological Problem Solving, which has a particular focus on supporting and developing your learning journey.
Year two
- Explore cognitive, social, biological and developmental psychology, and research methods, in greater depth, along with individual differences and psychometrics.
- Gain a greater understanding of mental health, including how mental disorders are classified, and explore conditions such as autism and schizophrenia.
Year three
- Undertake a year-long, supervised research project on a chosen topic.
- Choose the optional modules that most interest you. Recent examples include: Criminal and Forensic Psychology, Body Movement, Gaze and Gesture, the Psychology of Music, Organisational Psychology, Positive Psychology, Critical Psychology, Health Psychology, Practical Creativity, Topics in Cognitive Neuro-Science and Problem Solving.
Entry Requirements
The University uses the UCAS Tariff to compare applicants with different qualifications. This also allows us to consider applicants who themselves have taken a range of different qualifications. Many programmes have specific entry requirements, so it is advisable to check on our website before you apply.
All offers are subject to the University's general entrance requirements. For undergraduate courses, these are as follows:
- passes in two distinct subjects at GCE Advanced Level;
- a pass in one subject at GCE Advanced Level plus (a) passes in two distinct subjects at GCE Advanced Subsidiary Level, or (b) a Vocational A-Level Single Award, or (c) two Vocational A-Level part Awards;
- a Vocational A-Level Double Award; or
- a Vocational A-Level Single Award plus (a) two Vocational A-Level part Awards, or (b) passes in two distinct subjects at GCE Advanced Subsidiary Level; or
- a BTEC National Certificate or Diploma; or
- a Scottish Certificate of Education with (a) passes in five subjects, including at least three at Higher grade, or (b) passes in four subjects all at Higher grade or New Higher grade; or
- the full Diploma of the International Baccalaureate; or
- an Irish Leaving Certificate with passes in four subjects at Grade C at the Higher level.
For some courses we require applicants to achieve a GCSE Grade C or above in specific subjects, or an equivalent qualification. The information below lists the equivalent qualifications we can accept.
If you require any further advice on our entry requirements, please contact the Enquiries Office at undergraduate@roehampton.ac.uk, or by calling 020 8392 3232.
If you are applying from overseas and require specific advice about your qualifications, you can visit the country pages or contact our international team on international@roehampton.ac.uk or by calling 0208 392 3192.
Acceptable English Qualifications (UK students)
- GCSE at Grade C or above
- Equivalent Access course modules at Level 2 or above
- Functional Skills Level 2 English with a pass grade (Not acceptable for BA Primary Education)
- Key Skills Level 2 English with a pass grade (Not acceptable for BA Primary Education)
The University of Roehampton also recognises the test offered by the organisation Equivalency Testing, which sets and operates GCSE Equivalency Testing in English, Mathematics and Science. Please contact them on +44 (0)1277 203336 for further information or visit their website, www.equivalencytesting.com
Submission of Your Results:
You should send a copy of your results to: admissions@roehampton.ac.uk.
BA Primary Education and PGCE students must submit their original certificates.
If you are applying as an EU or International student you will find a list of acceptable English qualifications on our international webpages.
Acceptable Mathematics Qualifications
- GCSE at Grade C or above
- Equivalent Access course modules at Level 2 or above
- Functional Skills Level 2 Maths with a pass grade (Not acceptable for BA Primary Education)
- Key Skills Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Application of Number (Not acceptable for BA Primary Education)
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