Psychology
Understand how people think, feel and behave, and build skills for careers in health, education, business and community services.
- Foundation Year options available
- Flexible study options
- Support from application to enrolment
Is Psychology right for me?
You might like it if you:
- Are curious about why people think, feel and behave the way they do
- Want to understand mental health, human development and relationships
- Enjoy analysing evidence and weighing up different explanations
- Want to build strong research, analytical and communication skills
Psychology degrees are scientific. They include research methodology, statistics and report writing, not only counselling theory.
What you will study
You'll explore the core domains of psychology: cognitive, developmental, social, biological and individual differences. Along the way, you'll develop valuable capabilities in research design, data interpretation, critical thinking and empathetic communication.
Where it can lead
Entry-level roles
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Assistant Psychologist
- Research Assistant
- Behaviour Support Worker
- HR Assistant
- Learning Support Assistant
With experience
- Clinical Psychologist (with Doctorate)
- Counselling Psychologist (with accredited training)
- Educational Psychologist
- Occupational / Organisational Psychologist
- Senior Mental Health Practitioner
- HR / Organisational Development Director
To practice as a chartered psychologist (clinical, educational, forensic), postgraduate study and BPS accreditation / HCPC registration are required.
Do I need science or maths A-levels?
Not necessarily. Foundation Year courses are specifically designed to introduce scientific research methods and statistics gradually, making degree study accessible to adults from any background.
Common questions
Can I become a psychologist immediately after graduating?
An undergraduate degree is the essential first step. Qualified psychologist roles (such as Clinical or Educational) require further accredited postgraduate training.
What if I have never done psychology or statistics before?
Foundation Year pathways introduce statistics and research methods from scratch, with academic support throughout.