Program Overview

Introduction to the BSc (Hons) Psychology Program

The BSc (Hons) Psychology program at the University of York is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the science of mind, brain, and behavior. This program is accredited by the British Psychological Society, ensuring the quality and relevance of the teaching.

Program Overview

The program is a three-year full-time course that covers the main areas of psychology, including brain and behavior, perception and cognition, language and development, social psychology, and research methods. Students will have the opportunity to specialize in their area of interest in the third year, choosing from a range of advanced modules.

Course Content

The course content is divided into three years:

• Year 1: Core modules include Brain and Behaviour I, Perception and Cognition I, Language and Development I, Social Psychology and Individual Differences I, Research Methods in Psychology I, and Applying Psychology.
• Year 2: Core modules include Brain and Behaviour II, Perception and Cognition II, Language and Development II, Social Psychology and Individual Differences II, and Research Methods in Psychology II. Students will also study one option module, such as Psychology of Wellbeing or Psychology for the Public Good.
• Year 3: The core module is the Final Year Project, where students will conduct and write up an original piece of research under the supervision of a member of staff. Students will also study four option modules, choosing from a range of topics such as Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Psychology of Health, and Mind and Brain.

Fees and Funding

The annual tuition fees for the program are:

• UK (home) fees: £9,535
• International and EU fees: £32,350 Students may be eligible for scholarships, bursaries, or other forms of funding to support their studies.

Teaching and Assessment

The program is taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, practicals, and project work. Assessment is through a combination of exams, coursework, and project reports. The teaching location is the Department of Psychology on Campus West.

Careers and Skills

The program provides students with a range of skills and knowledge that are highly valued by employers, including:

• Team work
• Effective communication
• Critical thinking
• Numeracy
• IT skills
• Problem solving
• Creativity
• Collection and analysis of data
• Analysis and integration of evidence, including numerical data Graduates from the program have gone on to work in a range of fields, including clinical psychology, educational psychology, forensic psychology, human resources, advertising, and research.

Entry Requirements

The typical offer for the program is AAA at A level, including at least one science subject. Alternative offers may be available for students who meet certain criteria, such as widening participation or contextual offer. Students whose first language is not English may need to provide evidence of their English language ability.

Research Areas

The Department of Psychology at the University of York has a range of research areas, including:

• Brain and Behaviour
• Perception and Cognition
• Language and Development
• Social Psychology
• Research Methods Students will have the opportunity to engage with these research areas through their coursework and project work.

Learning Outcomes

The program is designed to provide students with a range of learning outcomes, including:

• Understanding the scientific underpinnings of psychology as a discipline
• Critically analysing and evaluating theory within and beyond the field of psychology
• Demonstrating a systematic knowledge of a range of research paradigms, research methods, and measurement techniques
• Designing, conducting, analysing, and interpreting systematic, scientifically rigorous, and ethically sound studies
• Communicating complex information effectively using appropriate written, oral, graphical, and electronic means
• Explaining the potential impact of psychological research and theory on a broad range of real-world settings and situations
• Problem-solving and reasoning scientifically
• Demonstrating sensitivity to contextual and interpersonal factors

Accreditation

The program is accredited by the British Psychological Society, ensuring the quality and relevance of the teaching. The University of York is also a member of the Russell Group, a group of research-intensive universities in the UK.