Psychology (Online) Aston University

Overview

Throughout the Psychology (Online) course at  Aston University , you’ll build core skills in analysis, research, and communication, as well as deeper knowledge of human behaviour. This foundation prepares you for a huge range of future career paths, from graduate roles in the private and public sectors to further study in psychology or related fields, opening the door to a world of possibilities.

Career prospects

Our BSc Psychology degree prepares you for diverse roles across healthcare, education, business, and the public and non-profit sectors. Pursue a career directly in psychology or apply your knowledge in other fields. Our graduates are among the highest-paid in the country, according to the 2023 Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO).  

This degree offers flexibility across many professional paths. Graduates can go on to further training in psychology, using their degree to work towards roles such as clinical, educational, or occupational psychologist. Others choose careers in areas where understanding human behaviour is valuable. 

Career prospects you can look forward to: 

• Psychological wellbeing practitioner: Support individuals with common mental health conditions like anxiety and depression, using a range of therapeutic interventions.

• HR officer/People partner: Use psychology knowledge to support employee wellbeing, recruitment, training, and organisational behaviour.

• Marketing and communications executive: Use behavioural understanding to shape consumer campaigns, user experience, and brand strategies.

• Graduate entry roles in the public sector (Civil service, NHS, police, etc.): Apply psychological insight to shape public services, influence policy, and support communities across health, justice, and government sectors.