Psychology

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour, exploring how people think, feel, perceive, develop, relate to others and make sense of the world around them. It is a discipline that combines the rigour of scientific method with some of the most compelling and consequential questions about human experience, making it one of the most popular and versatile degree subjects available. Studying psychology develops both theoretical understanding and practical research skills, producing graduates who can think analytically, evaluate evidence and communicate clearly in a wide range of professional contexts.

At Middlesex University this three-year, full-time BSc Psychology gives you a thorough grounding in the scientific foundations of the discipline, covering cognitive psychology, biological psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, personality and individual differences, research methods and statistics. You will work in state-of-the-art facilities, developing the practical laboratory skills and data analysis capabilities that characterise a modern psychology education. The programme includes a foundation year for those who would benefit from additional preparation, as well as a sandwich year and a work placement, giving you direct experience in health, educational, forensic, coaching, organisational or research settings before graduation.

This combination of academic training and professional exposure prepares you to move into diverse career fields after completing the degree.

Psychology graduates enter careers in mental health and wellbeing services, education and educational support, forensic psychology, human resources, coaching, market research, health promotion and social care, often building on the degree with postgraduate training. For those wishing to practise as a clinical, counselling, forensic or educational psychologist, additional postgraduate study and supervised experience are required. The British Psychological Society Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, typically conferred by an accredited psychology degree, is the foundation for professional qualification in applied psychology.