Psychology

Study across the discipline of psychology with a focus on biological, cognitive, developmental and social aspects, with options including clinical and health.

On this degree, which is recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS), you'll learn about and gain insights into many aspects of psychology.

You'll develop a solid understanding across the subject by studying a broad range of advanced topics. You will also learn about how psychology engages with other disciplines, such as management, neuroscience, political science and psychiatry.

Year 1 focuses on building your knowledge of the basic concepts, methods and theories of psychology. You'll study biological, cognitive, developmental and social psychology, and their applications. You will learn how to be creative and rigorous in research design and analysis.

Year 2 is your chance to advance your knowledge in the core areas of psychology, such as cognitive neuroscience, social psychology and developmental psychology. You'll extend your research methods, skills and project work. You will also select optional units in both semesters.

In your final year, you'll complete your dissertation and learn about psychology solutions to real-world challenges. You'll choose from a wide range of optional units related to current research topics and the expertise of academic staff. These often cover areas that aren't always found in other psychology degrees.

A psychology degree can prepare you for behaviour science, clinical, health, educational, market research, and occupational roles. Psychology degrees are often also valued in communications, management, police work, and social research.

Recent graduate destinations include:

• HM Treasury
  
• Mind
  
• NHS
  
• SEN School
• Unilever
  

Many professional psychology roles require further specialist training.

You will need to fill out a form on the UCAS website to apply. UCAS provides guidance on filling out the application, which will help you:

• select your course choices
• write a personal statement
• get a reference
• understand and pay your application fees

If you are age 21 or over, you are defined as a mature student. Although your route to higher education may be different, the application process is the same as it is for everyone else. You still need to apply through UCAS.

We accept a variety of qualifications, including the Access to HE Diploma and Open University credits. View our online prospectus to find out about entry requirements for each course. If you are a mature student and you have any questions about our entry requirements or your qualifications email [email protected]

Find further guidance about applying and studying as a mature student at Bath.

You should complete all sections of the UCAS form. You must include:

• details of all qualifications, even if you achieved these a long time ago
• full employment history in the 'Details of paid employment to date' section
• reasons for gaps in employment (for example, travel or unemployment), even if this does not appear relevant to the application

In your personal statement you should also explain why you have chosen to return to study now and how you feel you will benefit.

The UCAS guide for mature students explains the different ways you can get into higher education.