(Hons) Psychology University of Lincoln

Overview

The BSc (Hons) Psychology degree at University of Lincoln is taught by research-active academics with specialist areas of expertise, including cognitive neuropsychology, vision and attentional processing, infant cognition and language, mental health, forensic psychology, and lifespan development.

How You Study

• The first year introduces key concepts in psychology, including cognition, development, social psychology, biological psychology, and research skills. You can explore current research topics and conceptual and historical issues, as well as psychology and its application to real-world scenarios. 

• In the second year, you can develop and refine research skills, and can begin to tailor the course to their individual interests by choosing elective modules to examine topics in greater depth.

• During the third year, the majority of study will be determined by your interests and career aspirations. There are a range of optional modules to choose from and you'll also be expected to complete an final year dissertation.

What Can I Do with a Psychology Degree?

• This programme provides Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS). As a graduate from our BSc (Hons) Psychology degree, you will be well-placed to consider further professional training in psychology.

• Professional fields within psychology to consider range from clinical, health, occupational and educational, to forensic, sport and exercise, counselling, neuropsychology, and academia, research, and teaching. 

• Previous graduates have used their degree as a basis for roles in research, management, marketing, health settings, or education. Other graduates may wish to progress to study at postgraduate level.

Accreditation

• The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as conferring eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered membership (GBC) the first step towards becoming a chartered psychologist. 

• The BPS is the main professional body representing psychology and psychologists in the UK.