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-BA (Hons) Educational Studies and Psychology Psychology ProgrammeThe psychology component of the degree programmes is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). The programme is accredited as conferring eligbility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, provided the minimum standard of a Lower Second Class Honours is achieved. This is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist. This degree programme aims to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to understand and apply psychological principles. The Centre for Psychology and Counselling is proud to be working with the Faculty of Clinical Psychology at Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry, Russian Federation.
The programme is suitable for school leavers and those who have left education and now wish to return and move into a social science area. The combination of students brings a diverse life experience which enhances students’ enjoyment of the course. The emphasis in the School is on assisting and guiding students at every level. We pride ourselves on our accessible, friendly approach to teaching, with staff readily available for advice and support. Amongst the facilities the School offers, we have a number of highly trained support staff. These include computer technicians, who can help with any IT queries, and study skills tutors, who can assist with developing language skills and essay writing skills. The Centre for Psychology and Counselling is proud to be working with the Faculty of Clinical Psychology at Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry, Russian Federation - http://clinical-psy.ru/
Psychology Module DescriptionsYear 11) Research Methods and Statistics (20 credits)The module will provide you with a range of skills necessary to conduct psychological research, including writing skills, literature searches and quantitative/qualitative analysis. You will also explore principles of research design and their appropriate application, providing a sound base for other research-led modules. 2) Psychological Principles & Perspectives (10 credits)This module will provide students with knowledge of the key principles and paradigms in Psychology and develop an understanding of the relations between these approaches within Psychology and also other related disciplines. 3) Introduction to Applied Psychology (10 credits)This module will provide students with an understanding of the ways in which theory and empirical data can be applied to the concepts of individual and organisational health. 4) Individual and Group Processes (10 credits)This module will introduce students to the fundamental principles of individual and group behaviour and to develop an understanding of how to apply social psychological theories to a variety of classic and contemporary individual and group phenomena. 5) Introduction to Experimental Psychology (10 credits)This module will provide you with an introduction to the methods, theories and research of behavioural studies relevant to the study of individuals and groups.
YEAR 2
1) Cognitive Psychology (10 credits)The module will promote understanding of the theories of human cognition. It also seeks to develop understanding of cognitive research methods. 2) Developmental Psychology (10 credits)You will develop an understanding of the interaction between physiological and psychological changes over the lifespan and how they affect human behaviour. 3) Individual Differences in the Workplace (10 credits)This module will develop your critical understanding of the importance of individual differences through detailed exploration of current research. It will specifically explore the ways in which an understanding of individual differences can be applied to predicting behaviour in the workplace. 4) Research Design & Analysis (10 credits)This module will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to use and apply SPSS, a statistical software package, appropriately. It will also introduce you to data collection and analysis, and prepare you for the Dissertation module. 5) Social Psychology (10 credits)This module will develop your knowledge of the theories explaining individual behaviour in an interpersonal and intra-group setting. Particular emphasis is placed on identifying adaptive and maladaptive strategies individuals might employ to understand their social worlds, and to gain insight into own attitudes and behaviour. 6) Biological Psychology (10 credits)Provide students with an in-depth understanding of the role of the brain and the biological bases of behaviour and human experiences in addition to an understanding of the methods used to explore these processes.
YEAR 3
1) Abnormal Psychology (10 credits)This module will develop an in-depth understanding of how the biopsychosocial model can explain individual differences in the development and treatment of mental health problems, and to critically consider current debates and controversies in the field of abnormal and clinical psychology 2) Cognitive Processes and Performance (10 credits)In this module you will explore the challenges of cognitive psychology and the modelling of cognitive function. The module explores both advanced models of mental processing and related domains of performance. 3) Prejudice and Discrimination (10 credits)You will develop a critical evaluation of current social psychological theories regarding prejudice and discrimination at the intergroup level. Furthermore, it seeks to develop a good understanding of the complexities arising at interpersonal, intragroup, institutional and societal levels. 4) Dissertation (30 credits)You will develop higher order educational skills by identifying and undertaking a piece of primary research related to Psychology.
BA(Hons) Counselling and PsychologyUCAS Course Codes: BC98 Duration: 3 Years Head of Centre: Dr Ann Edworthy These components can be studied alongside each other forming a joint honours degree. The psychology component aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to apply psychological principles in order to enhance both individual and organisational well-being. Students will also learn how to apply psychological theories to design work, the work environment, and assign employees to tasks such that job satisfaction and organisational efficiency are maximised. A key objective for the counselling component is to provide students with an overall understanding of counselling theory and practice. The use of generic helping skills will be identified and taught as a set of professional tools and thier respective applications understood within the caring profession. There is also an opportunity to undertake an enquiry into the values of contemporary Counselling and helping through the consideration of ethics and moral reasoning. BA(Hons) Educational Studies and PsychologyProgramme DesignThis component can be studied alongside another subject to form a joint honours degree. Joint honours degrees combine two subjects on an equal basis. For further information about what combinations are available, please contact the Head of Centre. Primary Teaching (3+1)On completion of a Joint Honours degree in Educational Studies and Psychology you would be eligible to apply (subject to entry requirements) for the one year Primary PGCE course as a route into a teaching career. Entry Requirements180 UCAS tariff points
Other Skills ConsideredOur offers are not solely based on academic results. Please note, the information provided is for illustration purposes only and correct at the time of publication.
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