Why study BSc (Hons) Psychology at BU?

• Participate in practicals, interactive assessments, coursework, placements and research using state-of-the-art facilities. 
• Learn through mentorship from staff as well as plenty of seminars by nationally and internationally renowned researchers and practitioners. 
• Work with world-leading researchers on projects through the Research Apprenticeship Scheme - many of our students have published work with members of the Psychology Department.  
• Benefit from our collaborations with the mental health sector, the criminal justice system, the educational system, industrial partners and local communities/charitable trusts. 
• Develop transferable skills including critical thinking, project management, presentation skills and professional practice. 
• The diversity of the topics will prepare you for any career, whether in psychology (such as in mental health or forensic) or outside (such as HR, the police or management).

This course provides a suitable basis for entry to, or professional development within, psychology and research and strategic work for campaigning groups. 91% of our students are working or studying six months after graduating. 

Course accreditations

This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society, so when you graduate with at least a Second Class Honours, you are eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartership, the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.