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Psychology

BSc (Hons)

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Study level

Undergraduate

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Part time

3 years+

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Birmingham, Leeds, London, Manchester or Online

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Faculty of Social Science

What makes Arden University special?

Education for everyone, everywhere

Whether you're constrained by location, cost, time, or other life commitments, we're passionate about giving you access to higher education that fits into your busy, modern life.

You decide how and where to study

We offer a wide range of flexible undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in both our online and blended study modes.

Full support both online and on-site

We're also proud to offer non-standard entry, meaning your work experience and previous qualifications are taken into account when assessing your application.

Strong focus on employability

You will gain in-depth subject knowledge and transferable skills that employers from a huge range of industries will value. Many of our courses at Arden are also accredited by leading professional bodies in the UK.

Course Overview

Are you curious about the human mind and what drives motivation and behaviour? Our revalidated BPS-accredited BSc (Hons) Psychology gives you a strong foundation in core psychology while introducing applied areas such as mental health and wellbeing, forensic psychology, cyberpsychology, behavioural neuroscience, and global issues in psychology. The course is designed to support you in developing the key knowledge, skills, and abilities that are essential for success in psychology and related professions.

You’ll study practical, career-focused modules that bring theory to life and help you develop the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in psychology and related fields, fully aligned with BPS standards.

At Arden, learning is never done alone. You’ll be part of a supportive community and work with tutors who are experienced practitioners, published authors, and PhD holders. With tailored support and guidance throughout your studies, you’ll have everything you need to succeed every step of the way.

Accreditation and Memberships

BPS Accredited

Graduates achieving a 2.2 on this course are eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) conferred by the British Psychological Society (BPS).

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Professional accreditation

This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society, the representative body for professional psychologists in the UK.

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Course details and modules

On the course you’ll study a variety of interesting and stimulating subject modules that have been designed to engage you in fascinating topics within psychology. We have so many options that you’ll have almost countless ways to build your degree so it’s truly personalised to your interests. Your studies will culminate with choosing an area of psychology on which to focus and produce your own research project at the end of your final year. By the time you graduate, you’ll have the confidence and ability to apply your knowledge of psychology to a range of exciting career paths and further learning opportunities.

Throughout the course you’ll have one-to-one support from your lecturers and academic skills tutors, as well as frequent invitations to online coffee mornings with your fellow students and staff. Above all, our academic team will help you learn through real-world context, helping you understand how your new skills are best applied in practice.

Academic Experience

On this course, you'll be taught by a range of psychology experts. Many of our academics are research active and have published in academic journals, presented at national and international conferences, and authored book chapters on applied psychology. We also have former and continuing practitioners within the team whose expertise centres on the application of psychology in real-life contexts, such as organisational, educational, prison, health care, and clinical settings. As a whole, the team is highly active in the professional psychology community by running workshops and taking part in charitable events for organisations such as MIND.

Arden is for winners. Nobody will beg you to sit down and start working on your career, if you don’t do it yourself! At Arden, if you have an honest interest for what you learn and you want to reach out for more, you will be welcomed, helped, and advised. But to do that, you must be determined.

Bettina Finna

BSc (Hons) Psychology

Modules

You have 3-9 years to complete this course, which means you can take up to 3 years to complete each level. Most of our students, however, aim to complete the course within 3 to 6 years.

Level 4

Core modules
Introduction to studying Psychology (20 credits)
Social Psychology (20 credits)
Exploring Research in Psychology (20 credits)
Developmental Psychology (20 credits)
Biological Psychology (20 credits)
Cognitive Psychology (20 credits)

Level 5

Qualitative Research Methods (20 credits)
Quantitative Research Methods (20 credits)
Personality and Intelligence (20 credits)
Emotion & Communication (20 credits)
Professional Development & Applied Pathways (20 credits)
Mental Health & Wellbeing (20 credits)

Level 6

Behavioural Neuroscience and Neuropsychology (20 credits)
Cyberpsychology (20 credits)
Research Project (40 credits)
Psychology of Global Issues (20 credits)
Forensic Psychology (20 credits)

Study support and assessments

Custom-made support for your psychology degree studies

Alongside the extensive support available to all students studying with Arden, our BSc (Hons) Psychology course features its own personalised support system to help you succeed with your studies. On this course you’ll:

Keep your skills sharp with our Study skills workshops
Get personal support throughout your studies with peer guides and learning assistants
Gain a sense of community with virtual coffee mornings, online office hours, and drop-in sessions with your tutors.
Always know where you stand with quarterly student-lecturer feedback events
Join our annual student conferences
Augment your learning with inspiring guest speakers that will share their first-hand experience in areas that you’re studying
Ready yourself for the future with our annual employability event
Gain work experience while your study with flexible and voluntary work opportunities
Gain free BPS membership.

Free online research and analysis software

As a psychology student at Arden, you’ll be introduced to a number of easy-to-use software packages that will help you reinforce your learning through state-of-the-art research and analysis tools:

Jamovi – statistical analysis software for quantitative research.
Gorilla – tool for creating and hosting online psychology experiments.
CATMA– qualitative data analysis software.

Authentic assessments.

Like you, we believe learning should be practical and relevant, not just about traditional exams. You’ll be assessed through case studies, portfolios, podcasts, infographics, and research projects — all designed to mirror real workplace tasks. Along the way, you’ll build valuable employability skills such as presenting, role play, research, and analysis, before completing your own final research project.

Study options

This course is available to study through Arden’s blended learning study mode at our campuses in London Ealing, London Tower Hill, London Holborn, Manchester, Birmingham, and Leeds.

The course is also available to students via online learning. This gives you the convenience of being able to study from anywhere in the UK or worldwide, providing you with the same high standards of teaching but with lower tuition fees.

I chose online learning because I do not currently have the capacity to attend classes as my days are full with running my household, my elderly parents’ household and tending to the needs of my 3-year-old. Online studying has been extremely helpful because it provides the flexibility I need in order to study at random times during the day or night.

Cynthia Blow

BSc (Hons) Psychology

Full-time blended learning

How does it work?

When you choose our blended learning study mode, each week you’ll have eight hours of timetabled classes spread over two days at the Arden campus of your choice. This is combined with around 25 hours of independent study, which takes place through ilearn, our university campus in the cloud. ilearn contains all the resources you need to study successfully. As a blended learning student you’ll also have access to our Library Portal, an extensive digital library with thousands of journal titles, eBooks, and a range of academic and industry databases that you can use to research and gain in-depth information on your area of study. At Arden, all of your course materials are provided free of charge, removing the need for you to buy expensive textbooks to study your degree successfully.

Blended learning is the best option for students who prefer the structure of regular face-to-face classes with their tutor and fellow classmates, and is particularly suited to students who live within commuting or driving distance of one of our UK campuses.

If you're a student from England who is enrolling on a blended learning course with Arden (based in one of our UK campuses) then you can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan and Maintenance Loan to help pay for your living expenses. You can find more information on our fees and funding page. If you're a student from Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland you can find information on Living Cost Loans from your student finance body.

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Part-time online learning

How does it work?

Studying the BSc (Hons) Psychology online gives you the ultimate in convenience. You can enrol with Arden from anywhere in the world and study your degree from the comfort of home, without the requirement to attend classes in a physical location.

Our online students study their degree through ilearn, Arden’s university campus in the cloud. ilearn provides everything you need to study at University. As well as receiving regular feedback and guidance from your course tutor, you’ll be studying with likeminded students who you can meet with through our Unitu community, and you’ll have access to community message boards to discuss your course and the topics being raised within it. You’ll also have access to our Library Portal. The portal includes an extensive digital library including thousands of journal titles, eBooks, and academic and industry databases which you can use to research your assignments and projects. All of these materials are provided to you free of charge, and contain all the research information you’ll need to complete your degree with us.

Online learning students resident in the UK can apply for a Maintenance Loan for living costs if they cannot attend their course in person because of a disability. Please find more information on our fees and funding page. If you're a student from Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland you can find information on
Living Cost Loans from your student finance body

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Introducing your Digital Backpack

Once you’ve enrolled on your psychology degree with Arden you’ll get access to your Digital Backpack, a toolkit of digital resources we’ve put together to help you succeed during your time studying with us.

Here are some of the digital resources you’ll have available throughout your course:

Office 365 subscription
Integrated zoom video conferencing
Careers support available through Arden Futures, your careers platform, to help you throughout your career journey whether you are a Career Starter, Changer or Developer
Free online access to our Library Portal, which includes thousands of eBooks and journals, as well as industry databases which we’ve carefully hand-picked to support your studies – all yours for free while you study with us.
Subscription to Togetherall for an abundance of mental health support
BPS resources and support
GORILLA, JAMOVI, and CATMA industry softwares

Entry requirements

At Arden University we consider applications on a case by case basis. If you have significant work experience, have qualifications you have gained elsewhere, or a degree or qualification that isn't a clear pathway to this degree - we are more than happy to discuss your application.

What you need to study with us

Our aim is to make learning as accessible as possible by ensuring that you can study in a flexible and convenient way. That's why we keep our requirements simple. All you need is a laptop or desktop PC (we recommend one running the latest version of Windows), and a good internet connection. Through ilearn, our online university campus in the cloud, you'll be able to access your course calendar, support services, learning materials, and our online library containing thousands of ebooks, as well as tools for creating assignments, keeping notes, and collaborating with other students on your course.

What do you need to study with us?

Our aim is to make learning as accessible as possible by ensuring that you can study your degree in a flexible and convenient way. That's why we keep our requirements simple. All you need is a laptop or desktop PC (we recommend one running the latest version of Windows), and a good internet connection. Please note that if you’re using a Chromebook, only those released in 2020 onwards support Jamovi, which is an essential requirement for the statistical elements of the course. Through ilearn, our online university campus in the cloud, you'll be able to access your course calendar, support services, learning materials, and our online library containing almost half a million texts, as well as creating assignments, keeping notes, and collaborating with other students on your course.

Eligibility

To be eligible for our BSc (Hons) Psychology course, you must have:

Passes at grade C or above in threesubjects including mathematics at GCSElevel or academic equivalent
If you do not have a GCSE or equivalent in Mathematics, we have developed a mini-maths module that you are strongly encouraged to complete as this will prepare you for study.

Applicants may be considered for non-standard entry via a 300–500-word personal statement, evidencing ability and motivation to study.

English proficiency

IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element); or TOEFL iBT 80; or equivalent
Alternatively, evidence you have previously studied in English, such as a letter to show that the Medium of Instruction was in English, can be accepted.

We also offer an internal English test for applicants who are unable to provide the above evidence of English proficiency. More information can be found here.

Course fees and funding

This course is pre-approved for second degree funding for students resident in England. This means that, even if this is your second bachelor’s degree, you may still be eligible for funding from the Student Loans Company (SLC). Find out more here.

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Meet the faculty

Caroline is an accomplished higher education leader and neuropsychologist, recognised for her commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and student success. Before joining Arden University, she was Dean of Education & Student Experience at Bangor University’s College of Medicine & Health and previously Head of the School of Psychology. With over twenty commendations from bodies such as the BPS and Advance HE, she has led major initiatives in teaching, quality assurance, and staff development. She has collaborated with organisations including Unilever, Aldi, and Mondelez, appeared on BBC TV and radio, and conducted research promoting mental health and wellbeing in small-to-medium enterprises. Guided by values of inclusivity, curiosity, and collaboration, Caroline is dedicated to creating supportive, high-performing environments where both staff and students can thrive.

Professor Caroline Bowman

Head of School of Psychology

Career prospects

With a BPS-accredited psychology degree, your career options truly are wide open. Alongside core psychology skills, this course ensures every graduate gains applied expertise in areas such as mental health and wellbeing, forensic psychology, cyberpsychology, and global issues, while also preparing you for postgraduate study. This makes your knowledge valuable across health, education, business, policy, and beyond.

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What will the BSc (Hons) Psychology do for me?

Employers including the independent practitioners, consultants, and Arden alumni have helped shape this course to meet real industry needs. The result is content tailored to current skills gaps and assessments built around case studies, portfolios, digital resources, and podcasts, preparing you to be graduate career-ready.

You’ll develop consistent expertise across psychology’s core domains and applied fields such as cyberpsychology, forensic psychology, behavioural neuroscience, global issues, and mental health. This gives you the confidence to progress into further study or careers in health, education, policy, HR, wellbeing, or data-driven fields.

Alongside subject expertise, you’ll build transferable skills in:

Communicating effectively in challenging situations
Retrieving, analysing, and using data
Handling primary sources appropriately
Problem solving and scientific reasoning
Making critical judgements and evaluations
Applying sensitivity to interpersonal factors
Planning and managing projects effectively

What can I do after Arden University?

After successfully completing your BSc psychology degree, you’ll have acquired a range of skills that will be appealing to employers across almost all industries. Around 15 to 20% of psychology graduates in the UK choose to complete postgraduate training to become professional psychologists. Employers across industries know that successful psychology graduates can write coherent and logical reports, understand statistical forms of evidence and data handling, and have a good understanding of human behaviour in the workplace. The majority of graduates therefore go on to work in careers where these skills developed during an undergraduate degree are highly desirable.

Following the completion of the BSc (Hons) Psychology programme students can progress into the following careers:

Assistant Psychologist
Research Assistant
Occupational Health Assistant
Data Analyst (Junior)
Mental Health Support Worker
Teaching Assistant
Social Care Officer
Assistant Probation Officer

Students completing the programme can also progress into further training/qualifications to access careers in

Applied Psychological Pathways; such as Clinical Psychology, Health Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Occupational Psychology, Sport and Exercise Psychology and Educational Psychology
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Educational Mental Health Practitioner
Mental Health Professional
Social Worker
Graduate Schemes (NHS, Civil Service, Police and Commerical/HR Schemes in private organisations)

Industry skills

The topics you’ll study on this course have a global focus that is relevant anywhere in the world. Avoiding the Western-centric focus of many undergraduate psychology courses and aligned with the framework of BPS accreditation, which provides a cross-cultural viewpoint, this degree is internationally recognised and will give you experience and knowledge that you can apply in your home country.

The British Psychological Society (BPS) accreditation and membership

The British Psychological Society (BPS) is the representative body for psychology and psychologists in the UK. The society is responsible for the development, promotion, and application of psychology for the public good.

Arden’s BSc (Hons) Psychology course is accredited by the British Psychological Society. This means that students obtaining at least a lower second-class honours degree (2:2) will be eligible for the society’s Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership - the prerequisite requirement to go on to further training as a professional psychologist after graduation.

You’ll have free membership of the BPS as soon as you enrol with us, which opens up a number of fantastic opportunities and professional resources for you, including:

Access to dozens of industry events each year, including student-focused careers events where you can learn from psychology professionals.
Subscriptions to The Psychologist, the monthly BPS magazine, and Psych-Talk, which is written by psychology students for psychology students – and is also a great way for you to get published.
Access to the online community of BPS members, which helps you to connect with other psychology students across the UK and discuss the latest advances and developments in your field of interest.
The chance to become a student rep and help support your fellow psychology students and spread the word about BPS membership.
Discounts on textbooks and key publications, including 35% off Wiley/Blackwell books (print and e-books) when you sign up for BPS membership.

Campaign for Social Science

Arden University is a member of the Campaign for Social Science.

The Campaign demonstrates how social science improves public policy, society, and all our lives. It highlights the value of applied social science research and advocates for its greater use in decision-making and in government. It is supported by a coalition of universities, social science societies, and publishers.

As a member, Arden receives access to case studies, research into the value provided by social sciences, and insights into the employability of social science graduates. Through this, you will gain a better understanding of the skills you are learning and their value to employers.