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Psychology BSc

University Park Campus, Nottingham, UK

Course overview

Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes. You'll learn about the structure of the brain as well as the perceptions, thoughts, feelings and actions of people.

In years one and three, you'll have optional modules to choose from (which, in year one, can be from outside psychology, to explore other areas). This is your chance to explore the areas of psychology that you find interesting. As we have experts from across the spectrum of psychology, we are able to offer you a choice from many different areas in both theoretical and applied psychology. For example, you can explore topics including forensic or clinical psychology, cognitive neuroscience, neuroimaging and neuropsychology, or social, educational and developmental psychology. 

Our research is transforming lives. We want our students to be part of this. In your final year, you'll do your own research project. You'll have a wide choice of topics. These could be from behavioural to social psychology.

As a psychology student you will also be able to apply to our Pschology Insights project, which gives you the opportunity to work on a live brief with a local organisation. Hear from students who have taken part before and find out more about this career accelerating experience.

Indicative modules

Mandatory

Year 1

Biological Psychology

Mandatory

Year 1

Cognitive Psychology 1

Mandatory

Year 1

Developmental Psychology

Mandatory

Year 1

Introduction to Research Methods and Analysis

Mandatory

Year 1

Practical Methods and Seminars in Psychology

Mandatory

Year 1

Social Psychology

Optional

Year 1

Addiction and the Brain

Optional

Year 1

Psychological Approaches to Therapy

Mandatory

Year 2

Advanced Developmental Psychology

Mandatory

Year 2

Advanced Social Psychology

Mandatory

Year 2

Cognitive Psychology 2

Mandatory

Year 2

Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology

Mandatory

Year 2

Neuroscience and Behaviour

Mandatory

Year 2

Personality and Individual Differences

Mandatory

Year 2

Practical Methods in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience 1

Mandatory

Year 2

Practical Methods in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience 2

Mandatory

Year 2

Research Methods and Analysis 1

Mandatory

Year 2

Research Methods and Analysis 2

Mandatory

Year 2

Social and Development Psychology

Mandatory

Year 3

Psychology Research Project

Optional

Year 3

Altruism, Cooperation and Helping

Optional

Year 3

Applying Social Psychology to Societal Issues

Optional

Year 3

Clinical Psychology

Optional

Year 3

Cognitive Development and Autism

Optional

Year 3

Current Issues in Psychology: Debates and Applications

Optional

Year 3

Developmental Dyslexia: Psychological and Educational Perspectives

Optional

Year 3

Educational Psychology

Optional

Year 3

Forensic and Mental Health

Optional

Year 3

Mechanisms of Learning and Psychopathology

Optional

Year 3

Neuropsychology and Applied Neuroimaging

Optional

Year 3

Neuropsychology of Action: The Body in the Brain

Optional

Year 3

Social Neuroscience Research

Optional

Year 3

The Visual Brain: Evolution, Development, Learning and Adaptation

Optional

Year 3

Understanding Developmental Disorders

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About modules

The above is a sample of the typical modules we offer, but is not intended to be construed or relied on as a definitive list of what might be available in any given year. This content was last updated on Monday 13 January 2025. Due to timetabling availability, there may be restrictions on some module combinations.

University undergraduate student Cole Pearce studying in Nightingale Hall accommodation's library, University Park. November 5th 2021.

I chose to study at Nottingham because I would be able to study abroad during my degree. I went to the University of Newcastle in Australia. It was an amazing experience!

Karl Miller

BSc Psychology

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Open Day June 2022