Overview
The BSc (Hons) Psychology explores how people think, feel, behave, and interact, drawing on scientific approaches to understand human experience. Students examine psychological processes across different contexts while developing the research, analytical, and critical skills needed to evaluate evidence and understand behaviour.
What You'll Learn
Core concepts and theories in psychology
Cognitive processes such as memory, learning, and perception
Biological and psychological influences on behaviour
Social behaviour, relationships, and group processes
Human development across different stages of life
Individual differences and psychological variation
Research methods used in psychological investigation
Quantitative and qualitative approaches to analysing psychological data
Critical evaluation of psychological theories, studies, and evidence
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students will be able to explain major psychological concepts, theories, and research findings and relate them to different aspects of human behaviour. They will understand how biological, cognitive, developmental, and social factors can interact to influence psychological processes. Students will be able to formulate research questions, select appropriate methods, analyse findings, and interpret psychological evidence using suitable approaches. They will also develop the ability to assess the strengths and limitations of theories and research studies, distinguish between different explanations of behaviour, and reach reasoned conclusions. The course will strengthen students' ability to communicate psychological ideas clearly and apply critical thinking when evaluating evidence about human thought, experience, and behaviour.

University of Birmingham