Study Psychology
Career-focused degrees
The focus of the BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology degree is to apply core psychological material to real-life examples. You will qualify with a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited degree which meets the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership.
We specialise in four areas of psychology: Counselling, Forensic, Health, and Sport and Exercise.
Applied Psychology
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 26 | Glasgow | C810 |
Learn psychological theory and research and their real-world applications. This course is a fantastic route to becoming a Chartered Psychologist.
Counselling Psychology
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
3 years | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Take existing skills in psychology and apply them to advanced clinical practice and postgraduate research. Choose a career pathway in professional practice and academia.
Forensic Psychology
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Apply existing analytical and evaluation skills to forensic psychology. Progress to a career in the public/private and third sectors, working in the courts, law enforcement, prisons, hospitals, mental health or social work.
Health Psychology
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
Three years | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
This three-year taught doctorate in Health Psychology offers training in psychotherapeutic skills, research and behaviour change. It is accredited by the BPS and HCPC.
Sports and Exercise Psychology
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
Three years | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Choose to progress to a career as a sport and exercise psychologist. Apply existing skills in psychology and sport sciences to the understanding, predicting and explaining of changes in mental processes relating to sport and exercise.
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