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Psychology

Blackburn College

UCAS Code: C800 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Entry requirements


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In addition, for this programme, you will be required to have a GCSE (or equivalent level 2 qualification) at grade 4 (formerly grade C) or above in English and Mathematics. All applicants must show that they have a good level of spoken or written English, and if English is not your first language you'll need to demonstrate the ability to study in English. Applicants who do not meet the standard entry criteria but have relevant work / life experience will be considered on an individual basis and may be invited to interview. All applicants will have to interview successfully

About this course


Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Psychology

At Level 4 study students will be introduced to the main disciplines in psychology: Biological, Cognitive, Developmental, Social and Individual Differences. Students will also be given an insight into the scientific methods and techniques used to conduct research in psychology, including the use of psychometric tests.

Tailored around the professional standards within psychology Level 5 study year will help students build on the insight gained during their first year and develop their skills in the practical workings of psychology and research. Modules studied include Introduction to Neuropsychology and Health Psychology. There will also be an opportunity for students to further their own individual interests through the Minor Research Project module, in which the student will determine their own research topic.

This personalised learning approach will be continued at Level 6 study, with students being able to choose between a number of optional modules, covering topics including Cyberpsychology and Counselling. The main focus of the final year of study is the student’s own independent research in the form of the Major Project. This offers students the chance to undertake an independent piece of primary research into an area of psychology of their own choosing.

Modules

At Level 4 you will study 8 modules in total. These have all been designed to help you develop the skills you’ll need for higher level study of Psychology. You will also develop an understanding of the requirements of degree level study and it will give you an opportunity to practise studying and taking part in University level assessments.

At Level 5, you will develop the knowledge gained at Level 4 and how it is applied to within practice. You will also further develop your research skills and undertake a piece of primary research. Year three will focus on the critical evaluation of psychological theory and practice.

At Level 6 the emphasis is on your own learning in an area of psychology which is of interest to you, together with some taught modules.

During the programme you will have the opportunity to take part in an academic conference focusing on the promotion of the students research in areas including Psychology, Counselling and Health.

If you study full-time you will attend sessions on two full days per week. Part-time study is two half day periods of study in College per week.

All students take a total of 120 credits per level.

Level 4 Modules (all modules are mandatory) include: History and Context, Introduction to Social Psychology, Introduction to Biological Psychology, Introduction to Cognitive Psychology, Introduction to Developmental Psychology, Individual Differences, Research Methods 1 and Psychometrics

Level 5 Modules (all modules are mandatory) include: Research Methods 2, Minor Research Project, Applied Psychology, Psychology in Society, Introduction to Neuropsychology and Health Psychology

Level 6 Modules (there are 3 mandatory modules and 2 optional modules out of a choice of 10 as indicated by * and only one of these optional modules may be a negotiated learning module) include: Major Research Project, Literature Review, Clinical Psychology and Mental Health, Psychology of Education*, Positive Psychology*, Psychology of work*, Cyberpsychology and New Media*, Counselling Psychology*, Psychology of Education (negotiated learning)*, Positive Psychology (negotiated learning)*
Psychology of Work (negotiated learning)*, Cyberpsychology and New Media (negotiated learning)*, Counselling Psychology (negotiated learning)*

Optional Modules

If we have insufficient numbers of students interested in an optional module, this may not be offered. If an optional module will not be run, we will advise you as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.

Assessment methods

A variety of assessment methods are used on the course. At Level 4 all assessment will be by either Multiple Choice Test or coursework, including written work, seminars and presentations. Level 5 has similar coursework requirements and some modules are assessed by coursework and an examination. At level 6, 50% of the assessment is by coursework and examination - the remaining 50% comprising an individual literature review and an original research project.

Each module is formally assessed through, for example, examination, individual and group presentation, essay, assessment of course work e.g. written report and reflective practice. This formal assessment will count towards your module mark and feedback is usually given within 15 working days following the submission of your formal submission of work.

It should be noted that feedback is part of the ongoing learning cycle which is not limited to written feedback. Other forms of feedback include one-to-one meetings with a personal tutor, dissertation and project supervision meetings, a lecturer responding to learner questions or responses during topic or situation discussions.

Feedback is intended to help you learn and you are encouraged to discuss it with your module tutor.

The Uni


Course location:

Blackburn College

Department:

Business, Health and Technology

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72%
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Library resources
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IT resources
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48%
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