BSc (Honours) Psychology
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Degree
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Made up of
- 360 credits
Description
Psychology pervades just about every aspect of our personal and professional lives. The frequent query, ‘What do you have in mind?’ quite literally captures much of what psychology – the science of human behaviour – is all about. Studying our BSc (Honours) Psychology degree course (accredited by the British Psychological Society) gives you a window into the workings of the mind – why we do the things we do and how we interact with others. On this fascinating journey you’ll gain knowledge and understanding of the different areas of psychology; develop valuable analytical and communication skills; and enhance your ability to work both independently and collaboratively, all of which will put you very much in the frame when it comes to employment opportunities. You’ll also explore how psychologists use evidence derived from research to contribute to debates on matters such as ageing, crime, education, employment, forensic science, mental health, relationships and much more.
How to register
Registration is not yet open for this qualification. For an autumn 2012 start, registration opens on 27 March 2012. If you would like to register your interest, you can order our free guide to studying in 2012.
Career relevance and employability
Psychology graduates gain an impressive breadth of knowledge and skills that make them highly employable across a wide range of careers. These include:
- advertising
- marketing
- career counselling
- education
- the health professions
- human resources
- management
- police and social services
Graduates achieving a 2:2 or better are eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) conferred by the British Psychological Society – download our Recognition leaflet 3.1 for further information.
As well as the specific knowledge gained from studying an OU degree, you'll develop many transferable and work-related skills that are highly valued by employers. These include skills in:
- communication
- numeracy
- effective team-working
- independent and critical thinking
- IT and data handling
- analysing and evaluating diverse sources of information, including qualitative and quantitative data
- designing and carrying out research projects, and presenting their findings
- problem-solving and reasoning
- application of learning to real world problems and situations
- independent learning.
There is more information about how OU study can improve your employability in the OU’s Employability Statement from our Careers Advisory Service. You can also read or download our publication OU study and your career and look at our subject pages to find out about career opportunities.
Learning outcomes
The learning outcomes of this qualification are described in four areas:
- Knowledge and understanding
- Cognitive skills
- Practical and professional skills
- Key skills
Read more detailed information about the learning outcomes, and how they are acquired through teaching, learning and assessment methods.
Credit for previous study elsewhere
If you have already completed some successful study at higher education level at another institution we may be able to give you credit that you can count towards this Open University qualification. Further details will be available when registration opens for this qualification.
Classification of your degree
On successful completion of the required number and type of modules you will be awarded a Bachelor of Science (Honours) Psychology degree. Your honours degree will be classified either as first-class honours, upper second-class honours, lower second-class honours or third-class honours. The class of degree is determined by the grades you achieve in DD303 and DD307, and the best grades in 120 credits from ED209, DSE212, DXR222/DZX222 and SD226. You will have the opportunity to attend a degree ceremony.
Please note that if you started your OU degree studies after 31 August 2006, you must obtain a lower second-class honours or better in order to be eligible for the BPS GBC.
Fees 2012
See fees and funding options for study from September 2012.
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An undergraduate qualification in Psychology.
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