BSc (Hons) Psychology The University of Law

Overview

The BSc (Hons) Psychology at The University of Law provides a comprehensive foundation in psychological theories and their practical applications in everyday life. This programme is designed to equip students with the critical skills and values necessary to excel in various professional settings. By integrating scientific reasoning with the study of human behaviour, the curriculum ensures graduates are prepared for the next step in their careers.

Why BSc (Hons) Psychology at The University of Law?

Access a specialised Psychology Labs at the Leeds campus, featuring experiment cubicles, observation suites, and virtual reality equipment. The small class sizes allow for personalised teaching tailored to individual career aspirations and provide a unique work-based learning module requiring at least 40 hours of volunteering to apply psychological principles in a professional organisation.

Students have the opportunity to select cross-subject optional modules in law, criminology, or policing during the final year and the opportunity of award-winning employability support providing one-to-one guidance from the first day of study through to graduation.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 17550 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Psychology of Mental Health
• Understanding the Person
• Contemporary Issues in Psychology
• Research Methods Design
• Brain and Behaviour
• Applications of Professional Psychology
• Neuroscience of Behaviour
• Lifespan Development
• Personality and Individual Differences

Careers with BSc (Hons) Psychology

Graduates are prepared for a diverse range of roles across multiple industries where an understanding of human behaviour and data analysis is essential. Common career paths include positions in education, human resources, and people management. The skills gained also support entry into marketing, data analytics, and various psychology-related fields.

The programme focuses on developing transferable skills such as critical thinking, teamwork, and the ability to make critical judgements in psychological arguments. According to recent graduate outcomes data, a high percentage of undergraduates from the institution successfully transition into employment or further study shortly after completing their degree.