During your first year, you'll receive a broad introduction to core areas of psychology. You'll also develop core skills in research methods, data analysis and psychological literacy.

You'll study topics such as:

• developmental psychology
• social psychology
• cognitive psychology
• sensation and perception
• evolution and genetics
• individual differences
• mental health

In Stage 2, you'll start to specialise in the areas that interest you most. 

You'll study core topics including:

• developmental psychology
• individual differences
• biological psychology
• social psychology
• cognitive psychology
• research methods and data analysis

You'll also be able to choose from optional modules covering topics such as:

• perception
• evolution and behaviour
• animal cognition
• clinical psychology
• health psychology

In Stage 3, you can tailor your degree using a variety of optional modules.

You'll design and carry out your own empirical study with expert-led supervision in an area of psychology.

You'll also have the opportunity to explore further areas of interest including:

• the psychology of religion
• the damaged brain
• psychology for sport performance
• neurodiversity of development
• consumer psychology

There are no module restrictions, allowing you to study areas that interest you the most, preparing you for the next steps in your chosen career.