Psychology with Clinical Psychology (Hons) Anglia Ruskin University

Overview

You’re fascinated by human behaviour, emotions, and relationships, and want to make a real difference to people’s lives. On the British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited Psychology with Clinical Psychology (Hons) degree at Anglia Ruskin University, you’ll learn the main principles of psychology and how they’re applied in healthcare settings.

Together, you’ll explore the science behind what we do and who we are, with a strong focus on clinical and developmental psychology, mental health, and therapies and interventions. You’ll also develop the scientific, analytical and research skills you need to become a psychologist.

By studying psychology at ARU, you’ll immerse yourself in the science of mind and behaviour – and take the first step towards a career as a chartered psychologist, or training as a clinical psychologist.

Careers

Once you’ve completed the Psychology with Clinical Psychology degree course, you’ll be able to register with the BPS as a graduate chartered member.

You could use your psychological knowledge and research, analytical, and communication skills to promote mental health or solve problems in a variety of workplaces.

You might undertake further training and become a counsellor or other type of therapist. Alternatively, you could embark on a career in psychological research at a university or government organisation, or in industry or the charity sector.

After gaining sufficient experience in clinical settings, you can train as a clinical psychologist by undertaking a three-year doctoral training course. As a clinical psychologist, you’re likely to work in the NHS, diagnosing and treating patients in in settings such as hospitals, community mental health teams, or child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS). There are also options to work in private practice.