Program Overview

Introduction to the BSc Psychological and Behavioural Science Programme

The BSc Psychological and Behavioural Science programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is an interdisciplinary degree that explores the human mind and behaviour in a societal context. This programme is unique in bringing together psychology and behavioural science, examining these subjects from both social science and natural science perspectives.

Programme Overview

The BSc Psychological and Behavioural Science programme is designed to help students understand why people think, feel, and behave the way they do, and how this impacts society. The programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society and provides students with the opportunity to develop their core knowledge and learn how to apply psychological and behavioural science theories in the real world to address social issues in areas such as health and education.

Programme Structure

The programme is structured over three years, with students taking 12 units, plus LSE100. The first year includes two compulsory psychology courses, two compulsory methodology courses, and one option from outside the department. The second year involves seven half-unit compulsory courses, focusing on psychology and methodology, and one other option from outside the department. The third year provides students with the chance to take more advanced courses in psychological and behavioural science, and methodology, including an independent research project.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the programme, students must meet the following entry requirements:

• Home students: A*AA, including at least one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology
• Overseas students: 39 points overall, including 766 at higher level, including at least one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology at higher level
• GCSEs: Several GCSE grades at A (or 7) and A* (or 8-9), with a minimum of GCSE English Language grade at B (6) or higher, and Mathematics grade at A (7) or higher
• Contextual admissions: AAA, including at least one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology for home students, and 38 points overall, including 766 at higher level, including at least one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology at higher level for overseas students

Fees and Funding

The tuition fees for the programme are:

• Home students: £9,535 per year
• Overseas students: £30,700 per year LSE provides generous financial support, in the form of bursaries and scholarships, to UK, EU, and overseas students.

Learning and Assessment

The programme is taught through a combination of lectures, classes, and independent study. Students are assessed through a range of methods, including formative coursework, summative assessment, and written examinations.

Graduate Destinations

Graduates from the programme have gone on to work in a variety of sectors, including communications, public policy, management consultancy, international development, charities and NGOs, organisational development and change, behavioural insights research, teaching, mass media, marketing, and finance.

Research Areas

The Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science at LSE is a growing community of researchers, academics, and students who explore the human mind and behaviour in a societal context. The department's research spans a range of areas, including:

• Social psychology
• Behavioural economics
• Political psychology
• Organisational culture
• Consumer behaviour
• Public engagement
• Community development
• Global health, happiness, and well-being
• Planetary health

Why Study at LSE

LSE is a world-leading university, ranked first in London for psychology and first in the UK for psychology. The university provides students with a supportive and inspirational community, where they can contribute to global debates and change. The BSc Psychological and Behavioural Science programme at LSE offers students the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills in a unique and interdisciplinary field, preparing them for a range of careers and further study.