3-Term Pathway - Incorporated Bachelor Year Zero - Life Sciences - Transfer to Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Psychology with Education Studies

On this British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited course, students explore human behaviour through sound scientific methodology—observation, measurement, and testing—to understand how and why people function as they do. With a dual focus on psychology and education studies, the course also introduces the history of formal education in the UK and examines key contemporary issues and debates related to social class, race and ethnicity, and social justice in education.

Studying a professionally accredited psychology degree is a vital first step toward a career as a psychologist or further postgraduate study. This programme equips students with essential transferable skills, such as critical thinking and communication, as well as sector-specific competencies including scientific research methods, data analysis, and data presentation.

Graduates of this course pursue a wide range of careers in fields where understanding societal issues is crucial, including criminal justice, education, social work, research, advertising, human resources, and healthcare.

The course covers core areas of psychology, including biological, cognitive, developmental, and social psychology, alongside topics such as personality and intelligence, research methods, and historical perspectives. Students also have the opportunity to explore diverse perspectives and debates on contemporary cultural change and its impact on education and learning. Final-year options enable students to tailor their studies to align with specific career aspirations.