Content

The BSc/BSc (Hons) Psychology is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). The course will equip you with the transferable skills and analytical abilities that top employers are actively looking for in their graduates.

Year One: Introduction to Psychology 1; Foundations of Psychology: Core Concepts and Practices; Introduction to Psychology 2; plus 60 credits from another topic.

Year Two: Social and Developmental Psychology; Exploring Research in Psychology; Biological and Cognitive Psychology; Individual Differences, Wellbeing and Ethical Practice; plus 20 credits from another topic.

Year Three: Social Psychology and Social Justice; Psychobiology in Context; Historical Perspectives in Psychology; The Skilled Researcher; Developmental Psychology; Cognitive Psychology.

Year Four: Psychology for Contemporary Issues; 60 credits from dissertation research and a module on contemporary psychology; plus three option modules.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements:

5 Highers at BBBCC (standard entry) or BCCCC (widening access entry) plus English and Maths or Applications of Maths at National 5.

If you choose to engage in work experience or community work you may require a satisfactory criminal record check from Disclosure Scotland to show that you are suitable for this type of course. Contact Disclosure Scotland for details on the type you would need.