BSc (Hons) Psychology with Accelerated Foundation Year in London United Kingdom | Birkbeck, University of London

Psychology is a vibrant and evolving discipline focused on the scientific examination of human thought, emotion, and actions. Our BSc Psychology program, accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), offers a comprehensive exploration of scientific theories, methodologies, and frameworks used to analyze and understand human behavior throughout life. You'll investigate both theoretical and practical aspects, ranging from behavioral studies to neuroimaging techniques and clinical evaluations, applied to both healthy individuals and clinical groups.

This psychology program equips you with thorough knowledge of core psychological disciplines and specialized areas, such as biological, cognitive, developmental, and social psychology. Through these studies, you'll hone your critical thinking, communication, and research skills while gaining hands-on experience in designing and executing studies. A distinctive aspect of this course is its optional pathways, allowing you to focus your final year studies on:

general psychology
psychology with neuroscience
psychology with child development
applied psychology.

You'll learn from internationally respected academics conducting groundbreaking research in our world-class department. We're particularly distinguished for our work in neuroscience, cognitive science, developmental psychology, and lived experience studies - and their interconnections.

Earning your Birkbeck BSc Psychology degree serves as the foundation for pursuing professional accreditation in various psychological specializations (such as clinical, counseling, educational, or occupational psychology). The program also develops highly transferable skills valued across diverse sectors including marketing, advertising, academic research, teaching, human resources, and technology.

For those choosing the full-time Accelerated Foundation Year option, this pathway provides excellent preparation for undergraduate studies. It's particularly suitable if you're returning to education after a break, lack relevant prior qualifications, or need to improve your grades for direct entry to your desired degree program.


Start Date: October 2024 Duration: Four years