Psychology BSc (Hons)

Program Overview

Through a block teaching approach, students develop critical thinking, communication, and research skills, preparing them for careers in psychology or further postgraduate study.

Program Outline

• Objectives:
• Equip students with an understanding of core areas in psychology, including biological, cognitive, developmental, and social psychology.
• Develop critical thinking, communication, analysis, research, and teamwork skills.
• Prepare students for a career in psychology or for further postgraduate study.
• Description: This program features a block teaching approach, allowing students to focus on one subject at a time.
Students benefit from regular assessments and a simple timetable that allows for a good work-life balance. The program fosters a supportive and nurturing community, where students can build friendships with peers and tutors.

Outline:

• Content:
• Biological psychology
• Cognitive psychology
• Developmental psychology
• Social psychology
• Personality and intelligence
• Research methods
• Historical perspectives
• Optional modules in areas like: criminological and forensic psychology, counseling psychology, cognitive neuropsychology, work psychology, psychology of health and illness, wellbeing and positive psychology, psychology of eating behaviour, psychology and education, cyberpsychology, perception, clinical psychology, data science, human sexual and reproductive behaviours, loss, grief and bereavement, psychology of addiction, psychology of human rights, activism and social justice, psychology and culture.
• Structure:
• Three years full-time
• Block teaching approach
• Core modules each year
• Optional module selection
• Course Schedule:
• First Year:
• Professional Skills for Psychologists
• Core Areas and Research Methods 1
• Applied Psychology
• Core Areas and Research Methods 2
• Second Year:
• Mind, Brain and Behaviour
• Psychology across the Lifespan
• Psychology and Mental Health
• Psychology of Social Problems
• Personality and Social Psychology
• Third Year:
• Core modules:
• Psychology Project
• Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology
• Employability Skills and Psychology
• Optional modules (selection varies)

Assessment:

• Methods:
• Essays
• Exams (written and multiple choice)
• Presentations
• Podcasts
• Portfolios
• Critical reviews
• Dissertation (6,000-8,000 words)
• Criteria:
• Clear communication and writing
• Demonstrated understanding of the subject matter
• Critical analysis and evaluation skills
• Ability to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations

Teaching:

• Methods:
• Lectures
• Seminars
• Workshops
• Tutorials
• Self-directed study
• Contact Hours:
• Varies by year and module selection
• Typically 7-12 contact hours per week (second year example provided)
• Faculty:
• Expertise in various research areas, including health psychology, cognition and neuroscience, self and identity, and psychology and technology.
• Unique Approaches:
• Block teaching facilitates a focused learning environment.
• Universal Design for Learning ensures inclusivity for students with disabilities and learning differences.
• DMU Replay provides access to audio/visual recordings of lectures for flexible learning.

Careers:

• Potential Paths:
• Healthcare
• Research
• Social work
• Marketing
• Police services
• Teaching
• Human resources
• Further postgraduate study
• Opportunities:
• Work experience placements
• DMU Global international experiences
• Outcomes:
• Graduates gain transferable skills valued by employers.
• Many alumni secure employment in diverse fields.
• Others pursue postgraduate studies.

Other:

• Accreditation: British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited.
• Facilities:
• Dedicated computer labs with specialized software
• Individual research cubicles
• Interview rooms
• Observation suite
• Library with extensive resources and online access
• Support:
• Personal tutors
• Careers service
• Learning support services
• DMU Global opportunities
• Student union involvement

Additional Points:

• The program curriculum is subject to review and may vary slightly from year to year.
• Students are responsible for covering travel costs for projects and placements.

UK EU/International Institution code: D26 UCAS course code: C800 Duration: Three years full-time Location: De Montfort University Leicester UK Fees and funding: 2024/25 tuition fees for UK students: £9,250 Additional costs: You may incur additional costs for this programme, including the cost of travelling to and from project/placement locations. How to apply Order a prospectus Book an Open Day Submit a study-related enquiry Institution code: D26 UCAS course code: C800 Duration: Three years full-time Fees and funding: 2024/25 tuition fees for international students: £16,250 Find out more about available funding for international students. Additional costs: You may incur additional costs for this programme, including the cost of travelling to and from project/placement locations. How to apply Order a prospectus Submit a study-related enquiry