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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    03-OCT-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Learn about the scientific study of how humans think and behave, while exploring a fantastic new culture overseas. Our Study Abroad programme is an enriching experience that will prepare you for a rewarding career in the UK and abroad.Through this programme, you will develop a detailed understanding of psychology and have the exciting opportunity to take your studies overseas, exploring a new culture and enhancing your academic network. This degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) which is essential if you wish to pursue a career in professional psychology in the UK, and follows the main themes of modern psychology:Brain and Behaviour: how neural disorders such as Alzheimer’s Disease affect behaviourCognitive Psychology: our reactions to colours, smells, speech and musicDevelopmental Psychology: the ways in which infants perceive space, patterns, objects and eventsSocial Psychology: how our thoughts, emotions and behaviours are shaped by the presence of othersYou will learn from passionate academics, all of whom are active researchers and world leaders in their field, which allows you to benefit from their insight, expertise and cutting-edge research.In 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.

Tuition fees

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£ 29,820per year

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University information

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

  • University League Table

    10th

  • Campus address

    Lancaster University, Bailrigg ,, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YW, United Kingdom

Lancaster's community consists of students from over 100 countries, giving students the chance to make lifelong connections that cross borders and cultures.
The university offers wellbeing, financial, careers and visa application support for international students.
Multiple international societies help bring people together to celebrate and share culture.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    28th out of 118 9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 220
    148 67%

    35th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    30th

    10
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.99 75%

    93rd

    40

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