Psychology (Joint) BSc (Hons)

About the course

Please note we are not accepting applications for 2014 entry.

The psychology joints degree suits those interested in different aspects of the human mind and behaviour but who are interested in another subject too. The first and second years focus on a range of different perspectives in psychology to provide a broad understanding of the discipline.

The final year offers an opportunity to do a library-based investigation exploring an interesting psychological question of your choice and in addition, we offer a wide range of optional modules to suit individual interests and aspirations.

You can progress onto a broad range of postgraduate courses, following successful completion of your undergraduate study, to achieve the British Psychological Society eligibility for Graduate Membership of the Society with the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership.

Reasons why you should choose to study Psychology (Joint Honours) Degree at DMU

• Flexible study options allow you to study 50 per cent of two subjects, allowing insight into two multidisciplinary specialist areas and broadening the range of career options available to you upon graduation

• Our established reputation of academic expertise and research profiles enhances your learning experience, development of transferable and analytical skills, and professional development

• Our Psychology student Volunteer Schemes provides you with exciting opportunities to become actively involved in cutting edge research projects and work with other organisations

• Recent investment of £8million in to our first-class study facilities develops your practical experience and enhances your employability upon graduation.

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Key facts

UCAS course code: C8X3 Psychology and Education Studies

Duration: Three years full-time, six years part-time

Institution code: D26

Entry and admission criteria

GCSE Five GCSEs at grade C or above, including Maths and English Plus one of the following: A Levels Normally 300 UCAS Points with at least 200 from two A Levels, including a subject at grade B or above BTEC

• BTEC National Diploma: Distinction/Distinction/Merit (320) points
• BTEC National Certificate: only in combination with other accepted qualifications
• BTEC National Award: only in combination with other accepted qualifications

• BTEC Extended Diploma (3 A2s): Distinction/Distinction/Merit (320) points
• BTEC Diploma (2 A2s): only in combination with other accepted qualifications
• BTEC 90 credit Diploma: only in combination with other accepted qualifications
• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (1 A2): only in combination with other accepted qualifications
• BTEC certificate (1 A1): only in combination with other accepted qualifications

International Baccalaureate: 28+ points.

Interview Required:
An interview maybe needed depending on the Joint selected.

International Students:
If English is not your first language, we require an English language level of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Personal Statement selection criteria

• Clear communication skills, including good grammar and spelling

• Information relevant to the course applied for

• Interest in the course demonstrated with explanation and evidence

• If relevant for the course - work and life experience

Teaching and assessment

Teaching is typically lectures, seminars, tutorials, laboratory work and experiential workshops, involving both directed and self-directed study. Assessment typically combines essays and exams with more innovative methods such as presentations and critical reviews.

Typical contact time for any one week is approximately six–seven hours, and includes seminars, lectures and workshops. Additionally you are expected to engage in 12–14 hours of self-directed study, which could include library research, group work and report/essay writing. This is just for Psychology, and you will be expected to spend a similar amount of time on your other joint subject.

Course modules

The first and second years focus on a range of different perspectives in psychology to provide a broad understanding of the discipline.

First year

• Introductory Research Methods for Psychologists
• Core Areas in Psychology
• Additional Joint modules

Second year

• Abnormal Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Personality and Intelligence
• Social Psychology
• Additional Joint modules

The final year offers an opportunity to do a library-based investigation exploring an interesting psychological question of your choice and in addition, we offer a wide range of optional modules to suit individual interests and aspirations.

Third year

• Library-based Project
• Two Psychology option modules
• Additional Joint modules

Joint degree options

• Education Studies Joint Honours

Work experience and placements

As many of the professional positions open to psychologists require additional qualifications beyond undergraduate study, there are no formal opportunities for work experience placements.

However, to enhance your portfolio, we strongly recommend you join our Psychology Volunteering Scheme through De Montfort Students’ Union, giving you the opportunity to become actively involved in cutting edge research projects, and work with different organisations.

Graduate careers

Psychology is well respected degree in a range of sectors and can open up a variety of career opportunities, such as; careers in social work, teaching, human resources, criminology/law, healthcare, research, advertising, marketing or public relations.

Although this Joint Honours degree does not offer the British Psychological Society eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, after successful completion of this programme, you have the opportunity to progress on to additional Postgraduate study to achieve this.

We offer a broad range of Postgraduate courses, including Psychological Wellbeing MSc, MSc/MA by Research, Intercultural Business Communications MSc.

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Fees and funding

UK/EU Full-time £9000 Part Time 2013/14 4 Year Course £5925 6 Year Course £3950 Per Module (15 Credits) £988 International
Full-time Band 1 £10,750 Band 2 £11,250

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Scholarships

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Facilities

The psychology department has two dedicated computer laboratories that are used for both teaching as well as self-directed learning, along with the facilities to produce high quality research in modern, well-equipped surroundings.

There are six individual research cubicles specifically designed for flexibility and comfort when conducting your research. In addition to this, there are a number of interview rooms for use in non-experimental research, as well as a fully equipped observation suite complete with a two- way mirror and recording equipment.

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