Psychology BSc (Hons)

Mandatory Module

• Psychology Research Project and Personal Tuition

Elective Modules*

• Atypical Child Development
• Forensic Psychology  
• Health Psychology 
• Positive Psychology 
• The Psychology of Peace and Conflict
• Neuropsychology
• Death, Dying and Bereavement  
• Clinical Psychology

*UCO reserves the right to offer modules based on viable numbers. Students will liaise with their tutors to nominate their choice of electives.

112 UCAS tariff points from either A Level/BTEC national qualifications. We do not accept General Studies. AS qualifications may count towards these points. We do not consider Key Skills.

Applicants must meet the University Campus Oldham's minimum academic entry requirements for English language and Mathematics (or equivalent), normally demonstrated by GCSE grade C or equivalent may also be required.

Award

BSc (Hons) Psychology validated by Sheffield Hallam University.

Course Regulations

Course Handbook

Our BSc (Hons) Psychology degree will develop the knowledge, professional skills and abilities that are in demand from employers.

Employers in the general employment sector value the academic characteristics of a psychology degree, such as understanding of human behaviour, sense of citizenship, effective communication, good skills in critical evaluation and research, analysing and presenting information. According to the Times newspaper “Psychology opens the door to many careers in an increasing number of areasâ€‌. Psychological literacy provides graduates with a range of professional and transferable skills that are valuable in many sectors such as public relations, personnel, marketing, retail, teaching, social work, finance, politics and sports.

Companies employing our graduates in recent years include:

• NHS
• BUPA
• Manchester City Council
• Salford City Council
• Oldham College – University Campus Oldham
• Hopwood Hall College
• Waterhead Academy
• Local charities and voluntary agencies such as Anxiety UK, Langley House Trust, HC-one of a kind and Making Space

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