
Overview
Within this (Hons) Psychology BSc programme from University of Essex Online , you’ll learn about the scientific and theoretical underpinnings of psychology as well as delving into several specialised areas. You also have optional modules to pick from, so you can tailor your own path and give yourself an insight into an area which you may want to pursue in the future.
Throughout this degree, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a broad range of topics including:
- the major developmental milestones from a variety of theoretical perspectives why people differ from one another
- the principles of psycho and pharmacotherapeutic in the treatment of mental health
- theories and methods in the field of social psychology
- the role of memory as the mediator of cognitive processes
Finally, you’ll be able to build on your research skills acquired during the programme through your final project on a psychology topic that is of personal interest to you.
The course includes content relevant to meet the BPS’s requirements of the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership Curriculum (GBC). This is an important step towards becoming a Chartered Member of the Society. If you hope to continue to study psychology after your degree, it is recommended that you choose an accredited course so that you can leave your options open for your future career.
Career opportunities:
Provided you gain at least a Lower Second-Class (2.2) Honours degree overall, and pass your Final Psychology Project with a minimum mark of 40%, you will be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). Following additional training at postgraduate level, you will be able to qualify as a Chartered Psychologist (C.Psychol). Find out more about BPS accreditation.
Following completion of this course your career options are wide-ranging. Within the psychology discipline you could specialise in clinical, educational, forensic, health or occupational psychology. You could also pursue a career in related sectors such as counselling, civil service, research, healthcare, security, education and business.
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Courses include:
- Fundamentals of Effective Learning in Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Personality and Intelligence
- Cognitive Psychology
- The Psychology of Attitudes
- Mental Health, Stress and Well-being
- Research Methods
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Duration
- Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible
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We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
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General requirements
In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for our BSc (Hons) Psychology, you must have the following qualifications as a minimum:
- three A-levels or equivalent
In order to satisfy the work experience entry route requirements for our BSc (Hons) Psychology, you must meet the following criteria:
- GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above, or equivalent
- three years’ relevant work experience
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4856 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 19425 GBP for the full programme during 48 months. -
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4625 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18500 GBP for the full programme during 48 months.
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