Undergraduate Courses
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In the first year you will be given a foundation in a number of ‘core’ subjects such as social psychology, research methods, cognitive psychology, psychobiology and perception, lifespan development and personality. Practical classes will give you training in quantitative, laboratory-based and experimental methodology in psychology. Alongside these core areas a Learning Strategies module will ensure that you develop your abilities to evaluate and manage your own learning. In the second year, you will study new topics such as the history and philosophy of psychology, psychobiology and neuroscience, and personality and individual differences. There is greater emphasis on original practical work, and you will start to design and carry out your own investigations in the Psychology Laboratories. You will continue to develop experimental skills but you will also study and use qualitative methods; observational techniques, interviewing and more critical modes of inquiry such as discourse analysis.
This degree is designed for those who have a have a specific interest in psychology and the workings of the human mind as well as an interest in health. This unique degree will enable you to explore the exciting and rapidly growing field of psychology in conjunction with a range of health related issues. It will provide you with a thorough grounding in psychology as you will study the mind and human behaviour in a systematic and scientific way. You will also explore issues related to understanding and promoting good health in detail. Teaching on the course includes lectures, small group seminars and laboratory-based practicals where you will have the opportunity to participate in and organise psychological research. In the first year you will be given a foundation in health education and health promotion in addition to studying the ‘core’ topics in psychology such as social psychology, research methods, cognitive psychology, lifespan development and personality. In the second year you will study health related and core psychology topics in more depth and you will also be introduced to new topic areas such psychobiology and neuroscience and the history and philosophy of psychology. In your final year you have the opportunity study more advanced areas such as: the psychology of health and eating, psychological health and treatment interventions, advanced neuroscience, forensic psychology and occupational and business psychology. In the final year you will also undertake your own research which will bring together your expertise in psychology and health.
This degree is designed for those who have a special interest in helping people to explore their lives, emotions and the issues that underlie their difficulties in a non-judgemental way. It is a unique degree which will enable you to explore the practical skills involved in counselling and counselling related theory and research in depth, whilst also providing you with a thorough grounding in psychology as you study the mind and human behaviour in a systematic and scientific way. Teaching on the course includes lectures, small group seminars, laboratory-based research and group work designed to provide practical training in counselling skills. In the first year you will be given an introduction to counselling skills in addition to covering the ‘core’ topics in psychology, such as social psychology, research methods, cognitive psychology, lifespan development and personality and an introduction to counselling skills. In the second year you will study counselling related and core psychology topics in more depth and you will also be introduced to new topic areas such psychobiology and neuroscience. In your final year you have the opportunity study more advanced areas: such as the psychology of health and eating, psychological health and treatment interventions, advanced neuroscience, forensic psychology and occupational and business psychology. In the final year you will also undertake your own research which will bring together your expertise in counselling and psychology. This is an undergraduate programme and as such it does not offer practitioner status but it does offer an excellent foundation for postgraduate training in order to become a counselling practitioner as well as providing the basis for a wide variety of careers.
The Psychology and Crime course combines a thorough grounding both in psychology and the study of crime. Psychology modules will introduce you to fundamental psychological concepts and their relevance to everyday life. Modules on crime will explore the main theories of criminal behaviour and how crime is regarded in society, and will give you an insight into the criminal justice system. Some modules will cover both areas, such as psychological profiling, which examines how psychologists track down criminals. Wider perspectives are provided throughout the course in sociology-related modules.
The Psychology and Management joint honours programme combines a thorough grounding in psychology and management studies. Management modules, shared by students across the Management school, focus on marketing, production and human resource management. Psychology modules, shared by students across the Department of Social Sciences and Humanities, will give you a general introduction to psychology as a discipline, but will also introduce you to areas of psychology relevant to management such as conformity, obedience and persuasion. Are there any placements available?All our courses are taken over three years. We do not offer placements on these particular degree programmes. How will I be assessed?Assessment is based primarily on coursework, but also includes individual and group projects and examinations. Assessment is intended to demonstrate your learning and development, and your ability to work constructively with others. What are the career prospects?We have an excellent graduate employment record, with 92% of 2006 graduates in employment or further study six months after graduating. An ability to examine issues in depth and to make constructive judgements on them is required in any number of careers, as is the capacity to work in groups to resolve problems, or research issues. Both are important aspects of our courses, and both are highly valued by employers. There are a wide range of opportunities available in local authorities, social service departments, voluntary sector organisations, advice centres, health and housing, the civil and public services and private organisations, as well as graduates going on to further study, teaching and research. 14 August 2009 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Special
Features 
The
multidisciplinary approach of teaching in our Department ensures that
excellence is maintained in all our degree programmes. The Department
was awarded the highest score possible (24 out of 24) in a subject review
for Interdisciplinary Human Studies conducted by the Quality Assurance
Agency for teaching quality, and received the highest commendation possible
for social work and social policy courses in a recent QAA Developmental
Discipline Level Engagement. The Department also received a score of
4 in the latest national research assessments 
At
Bradford we offer a BSc Psychology degree. The programme is accredited as conferring eligibility for the Graduate Basis for
Chartered Membership, provided the minimum standard of Lower Second Class Honours is achieved. This is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.