This psychology degree offers a scientific approach to the study of human behaviour, giving a broad understanding of psychological theory and research. It will develop your understanding of the processes influencing how people think, feel, behave, and interact.
**Why study BSc Psychology at Goldsmiths?**
- By the end of the course you’ll understand the reasons why people think, feel and behave the way they do.
- You’ll be introduced to the core foundations of psychological thought, get to grips with statistics, and learn how to design and conduct experiments using industry-standard software.
- You’ll have access to our fantastic facilities. These include laboratories, an EEG suite for brain research, an infant lab, and a visual perception and attention laboratory.
- We have well-established links with employers and also offer a mentoring scheme. You’ll be paired with a member of academic staff who'll support your psychological thinking and enhance your employability skills.
- Our academics are experts in their field, and you’ll have the opportunity to get involved in the world-class research taking place in the department.
- We offer a wide range of specialist modules on topics as diverse as the paranormal, magic, the use of psychology in a legal setting, and how we can best treat addiction.
This degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society and gives you eligibility for Graduate Membership for Chartered Membership, which is required to study various postgraduate courses and to become a fully Chartered Psychologist.
Course Details - Modules
Year 1 (credit level 4)
In your first year, you will take introductory modules covering the main topics within psychology. You will also receive practical training in the principles, methods and techniques of psychological research.
Year 1 modules
The Psychology of the Person
Biological and Comparative Approaches to Psychology
Information Processing and Cognition
Design and Analysis of Psychological Investigations
Practical Issues in Psychological Research
Extended Essay in Psychology
Skills and Employability in Psychology
Year 2 (credit level 5)
Year 2 will provide you with a more in-depth knowledge and understanding of concepts, theories and relating to a broad range of psychological topics from social psychology to developmental psychology. You will also explore statistics and laboratory-based research.
Year 2 modules
Biological Substrates of Behaviour
Personality and Individual Differences
Social Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Design and Analysis of Psychological Studies
Cognitive Psychology
Research Methods in Psychology
Year 3 (credit level 6)
In your final year, you will take six option modules, and will carry out an individual research project under the close supervision of a member of faculty in the Department of Psychology.
Year 3 option modules
Psychopathology
Multivariate Statistical Methods in Psychology
Applications of Attention Research
Anomalistic Psychology
Topics in Neuropsychology
Psychology and Law
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Behavioural Genetics
Psychological Approaches to Music
The Interpersonal Self
Psychology and Education
Social-Moral Development
Cognitive Neuroscience
Magic and the Mind
Social Psychology of Social Problems
Psychology of the Arts, Aesthetics and Attraction
Cross-cultural and Individual Differences in Attention and Awareness
Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.
Course Details – Assessment Method
You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods, depending on your module choices. These include formal examinations, coursework, laboratory reports and research projects.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
C800
Institution code:
G56
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
120 credits at Level 4 and a 2:1 average in a comparable programme, and meet the standard qualification requirements for entry to Year 1 of the programme.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Pass with 45 Level 3 credits including 30 Distinctions and a number of merits/passes in subject specific modules
With three Higher Level subjects at 655
You should normally have at least Grade B/Grade 6 in GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics or Statistics, and English.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
Test
Grade
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IELTS (Academic)
6.0
with a 6.0 in writing and no element lower than 5.5
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
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Fees and funding
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Provider information
New Cross
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Lewisham
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