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11. Psychology and Behavioral Science
13. Undergraduate Pathway in Psychology

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The College, Swansea University
Undergraduate Pathway in Psychology

Skewen, United Kingdom

DEGREE TYPE

Undergraduate Pathway

DURATION

2 up to

3 semesters

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About : The Undergraduate Pathway in Psychology provides a foundational understanding of psychological principles and practices. This program is designed for students looking to enter into psychology-related fields and gain essential skills. Through a variety of modules, learners explore topics such as developmental psychology, cognitive processes, and social behavior, equipping themselves for future study or careers.

Career Outcomes : Graduates may find opportunities in sectors such as mental health, education, human resources, and social services. Potential career paths include roles as a psychological technician, counselor, or research assistant. Further studies may allow for advancement to positions such as psychologist or academic researcher.

Psychology is the scientific study of the brain and behaviour. Students will study the psychological and neuroscientific processes that underpin daily activities such as thinking, reasoning, memory and language, learn the consequences of brain injury and how to improve health-related behaviour.

Key Features

The College, Swansea University provides teaching in smaller groups, with a personalised and supportive educational philosophy that encourages students to reach their maximum academic potential. All courses are available with a choice of start dates and durations, depending on your qualifications and English Language proficiency.

When you study in The College, Swansea University, you are a full student of the University from the start of your course.

Modules

University foundation modules

Biology 1
Biology 2
Composition and Style
Critical Thinking
Environmental Awareness
Interactive Learning Skills and Communication Statistics
Principles of ICT
Statistics

First-year degree modules

120 Credits of Level 1 Swansea University modules in your chosen subject.

Plus

Interactive Learning Skills and Communications (ILSC) (worth 20 credits)
Academic Support (Tutorial Classes)

Description

The following durations and start dates are available, depending on your IELTS Score.

Foundation

Two semesters: September or January start
Three semesters: September, November or May start

First Year Degree

Two semesters: September start

Entry Requirements

There are both English Language and Academic Entry Requirements for Foundation and First Year study.

You can be admitted directly to First Year if your academic qualifications do not require a Foundation stage of study. For details please refer to our Admission Requirements by Country document.

If you do not meet the English Language requirement for direct entry to your chosen pathway, you can receive the required amount of English Language tuition at Swansea University to prepare you for successful entry into your chosen programme at a later date.

How to Apply

You can apply via our online form.

Before you submit your application, please make sure that:

You know which course you want to study and which date you want to start.
You have electronic copies of your academic transcripts, which you will need to attach to your online application. Please note: the limit for all attachments is 25MB.
Alternatively, you can download the Application Form in PDF format, fill in and send to the-college-admissions@swansea.ac.uk with the necessary documents.

Please note: If you are a citizen/permanent resident of the United Kingdom and have not lived outside of the UK for at least three years, you may not be eligible to apply via The College, Swansea University. Admissions staff will review your application and get in touch to advise you.

Tuition Fees

Annual tuition fees for entry in the academic year 2019/20 are as follows:

University Foundation	£16,000 (2 Semesters) £16,000 (3 Semesters - November Intake) £19,000 (3 Semesters)
First Year Degree	£14,650
Second Year Degree	£15,100
Final Year Degree	£15,100

Additional Costs

Recommended textbooks for this course are available in the University libraries, but you may choose to purchase personal copies. All software needed for the course is available on the University network for use within University computer rooms. Free wireless internet access is available across the whole of the University campus, including halls of residence. Personal costs such as the purchase of stationery, photocopying costs, parking fees or travel between the campuses are not included in your tuition fees.

You will need to purchase a personal electronic calculator for statistics (approximately £10).

You may need to pay for a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at a cost of £44 (price as of November 2017) for some Independent Research projects in Year Three or for students taking the Psychology Work Placement module.

Degree Pathways

Successful completion of this pathway will lead to the following from Swansea University:

BSc (Hons) Psychology

Accreditation

BSc Psychology is validated by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Providing that a minimum of a Second Class Honours Degree, Division Two is achieved, it confers eligibility for Graduate Membership of the BPS and for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). The latter is the first step to becoming a Chartered Psychologist.