Psychology with a Year in Industry BSc (Hons)

Studying Psychology will give you expert scientific training in the relationship between the mind, brain, and behaviour.<br/><br/>You will study the psychological and neuro-scientific processes that underpin activities such as thinking, reasoning, memory and language, learn about the effects of brain injury, and explore ways to improve health-related behaviour.<br/><br/>You will develop excellent research, written, and critical analysis skills, as well as a high degree of numeracy and ICT ability.<br/><br/>Our approach to teaching, which includes lectures, personal tutorials, academic seminars, workshops, and practical research classes, encourages effective team-working and high-quality oral communication skills.<br/><br/>The third year of this 4-year course with a Year in Industry will be spent on placement. You will have the opportunity to gain real-world industry experience and develop your employability skill set. We have a strong network of industry contacts, and you will receive dedicated support from our employability team, ranging from CV advice through to mock interviews. <br/><br/><strong>Why Psychology at Swansea University?</strong><br/>• Our School of Psychology has an outstanding reputation both in the UK and internationally. In the most recent research assessment, we were proud to maintain our research culture with a strong record of translating science into real-world consequences, with 100% of our impact rated as internationally excellent (REF2021).<br/><br/><br/><br/>• The course is validated by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and, providing you achieve at least a 2:2 in your degree, you will be eligible for Graduate Membership of the BPS and the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), the first step to becoming a Chartered Psychologist.<br/><br/>