Psychology Grad Cert

This programme offers a conversion route to psychology for applicants who completed an undergraduate degree in another discipline. The Graduate Certificate in Psychology (passed at Master's qualifying level) plus the Child Development MSc OR Psychology of Education MSc enables students to apply for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS).

This programme will:

• impart a broad knowledge of psychological theory and research
• examine psychological research on language, the functions of the brain, personality, cognitive development, memory and our capacity to think, learn and solve problems
• look at the effects of the dynamics within groups (such as leadership) and between groups (such as prejudice and aggression)
• develop skills of critical analysis and ability to structure an argument and support it with evidence
• develop ability to evaluate psychological theory and research
• provide a basic introduction to some of the statistical techniques commonly used in psychological research.

Students undertake modules to the value of 60 credits.

The programme consists of two core modules (30 credits each).

Core modules

• Introduction to Psychology I: Cognition and Development
• Introduction to Psychology II: Individual, Social and Biological Psychology

Teaching and learning

This programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, and interactive, task-based learning. Assessment is through essays and examinations.

A minimum of a second class Bachelor’s degree normally in a subject other than psychology from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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