Study the mind and human behaviour systematically and scientifically with our BSc (Hons) Psychology programme.
You’ll develop a strong understanding of core Psychological concepts and practices, the professional applications of psychology, and specialist areas such as:
- psychobiology and neuroscience
- quantitative research methods and data analysis
- cognitive, developmental, social and forensic psychology
You’ll be able to design and carry out investigations in our psychology laboratories, and will undertake a research project in your final year.
We offer clear Master's and PhD progression routes from this BSc (Hons) programme. Entry to areas such as clinical, occupational, forensic, counselling, health or educational psychology requires a postgraduate qualification following a first degree in psychology which is accredited by the British Psychological Society.
**Professional accreditation**
This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as conferring eligibility for Graduate Membership of the Society with the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, provided the minimum standard of qualification of Second-Class Honours is achieved and the empirical psychology project is passed. This is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist and/or Practising Psychologist.
**Rankings**
The University of Bradford is ranked 301-400 in the world for Social Sciences in the 2019 Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
Course Details - Modules
Year One
Core Modules:
Critical and Philosophical Issues in Psychology
Brain and Behaviour
Understanding Social Development
Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology
Thinking Psychologically at Bradford
Optional modules:
Applications of Professional Psychology
Introduction to Psychology
Peace and Violence: Theories, Cases and Challenges
A Critical History of Crime and Punishment
Introduction to Virtual Reality
Year Two
Core Modules:
Cognitive Psychology
Social Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Psychobiology and Neuroscience
Further Research Methods in Psychology
Optional modules:
CBT and Positive Psychotherapy
Legal and Moral Constructions of Crime and Criminal Behaviour
Race and Ethnicity
Augmented reality: Design, Principles and Practice
Final Year
Core modules:
Research Project in Psychology
Optional modules:
Abnormal Psychology, Health and Intervention
Advanced Issues in Child Development in Education Contexts
Advanced Issues in Neuropsychology
Forensic Psychology
The Psychology of Health and Eating
Psychological Life Skills and Employability
University Elective
Course Details – Assessment Method
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Course Details – Professional Bodies
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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:
C801
Institution code:
B56
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of 64 from 2 A levels (or equivalent), plus GCSE English and Maths at grade C or 4
112 UCAS tariff points to include 1 GCE Advanced Level or equivalent, plus GCSE English and Maths at grade C or 4
The University of Bradford will make offers based on the following qualifications individually and when they are combined with others -
Advanced Higher
Higher
BTEC/Scottish Higher National Certificate (HNC)
plus GCSE English and Maths at grade C or 4
As UCAS tariff
As UCAS tariff plus Higher Level grade 3 or Standard Level grade 4 in English and Maths.
plus GCSE English and Maths at grade C or 4
112 UCAS tariff points to include 5 Higher Level Subjects and Ordinary Level English and Maths at grade O4
The University welcomes applications from students with a wide range of qualifications from the UK and overseas, including combinations of qualifications. To check whether your qualifications meet the entry requirements for this course, please contact the University.
The standard University requirement is IELTS 6.0 with no sub-test less than 5.0 (or equivalent). However, if you require a Tier 4 (student) visa to study you will need to meet the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) department's requirement which is currently IELTS 6.0 with no sub-test less than 5.5. Conditional offers to international students will be made on this basis.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
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Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
Republic of Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
EU
16895.0
Year 1
International
16895.0
Year 1
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Richmond Road
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Bradford
BD7 1DP
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