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Psychology and French Studies BA (Hons)

Lancaster University

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    OCT

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

The scientific study of how humans think and behave, and a working knowledge of French language and culture, combined with a fantastic experience overseas, will prepare you for a rewarding career in the UK and abroad.Through this programme, you will develop a detailed understanding of psychology, while gaining the skills and knowledge to engage with the discipline in preparation for a placement year overseas in a French speaking country. This degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society and provides the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the Society.You will learn and develop a solid grasp of French language and culture, while studying the main themes of modern psychology:- Brain and Behaviour: how neural disorders such as Alzheimer’s Disease affect behaviour- Cognitive Psychology: our reactions to colours, smells, speech and music- Developmental Psychology: the ways in which infants perceive space, patterns, objects and events- Social Psychology: how our thoughts, emotions and behaviours are shaped by the presence of othersIn the first year, you will gain an in depth overview of the main study themes through our Understanding Psychology module. You will explore the theories underpinning these areas, learn to evaluate scientific journals, and develop your ability to construct formal arguments. Running parallel to this, you will also undertake the Investigating Psychology module, which will equip you with important practical skills for conducting research in psychology, such as data analysis and report writing. In addition, you will take language classes, determined by your current level of ability.During the second year of your degree, you will develop upon the key themes introduced in Year 1. You will study specialist modules on topics such as cognitive, developmental and social psychology; deepening your understanding and testing your knowledge. You will also benefit from specialist French modules, which will develop your foreign language oral and written communication skills further.In addition to these themes, Research Methods and Statistics modules will be covered this year. These will expand your knowledge of research methods, develop key skills and enable you to gain a detailed understanding of analysis and reporting.Spending your third year - the International Placement Year - abroad in a French-speaking country makes a major contribution to your command of the language, while deepening your intercultural sensitivity. You can study at a partner university or conduct a work placement, while continuing to enhance your psychology skills and knowledge.Returning to Lancaster for your fourth year, you will further develop your knowledge and understanding of the core aspects of modern psychology, taking modules in Brain and Behaviour; and Personality and Individual Differences. You will also carry out your own research project under the supervision of an experienced researcher.


Structured Work Experience

Alongside your academic study, you will have the opportunity to gain voluntary work experience through our Psychology Employability Programme. You can choose between working part-time in the community with charities and organisations that support vulnerable people, or working alongside staff in the Psychology Department on their ground-breaking research projects. Voluntary work can be an enlightening and rewarding experience, enabling you to make a difference to the lives of others, while having the opportunity to try something new and is recommended by the BPS.


Beginners Languages

Studying a language from beginners level is somewhat intense in nature so we only allow students to study one language from beginners level. Please bear this in mind when looking at our first year module options. If you apply

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 26,213per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

  • University League Table

    10th

  • Campus address

    Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YW, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    French

    7th out of 47 2

    19th out of 118

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    164 73%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    5th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.29 82%

    9th

    26

  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    156 73%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    20th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    53rd

    13

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