Psychology Introduction There are various options available to Psychology graduates including going into employment, taking further study, starting your own business or taking a year out to travel or volunteer. This factsheet will help you look at career and further study ideas. We recommend that you also view the Career Planning Action factsheet as this will help you consider what you would like to do.
Skills & Employability The BA Psychology at Bishop Grosseteste University is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) which will allow you to continue onto a wide variety of Psychology related careers. Go to the British Psychological Society (BPS) website for further information - www.bps.org.uk. A Psychology degree provides excellent skills for almost all areas of employment. Skills include: Analytical critical and research ability Decision making Effective communication and listening skills Influence and persuasion Independent thought Interpersonal skills Plan and write reports Research, interpret and organise information Work independently or as part of a team ICT You will also have gained many skills from work, volunteering or extra-curricular activities. When exploring your options you will need to find out about the skills and experience required for the careers you are interested in and consider if you have any gaps and how you can fill them ready for when you graduate. Your employability will be further improved if you undertake work experience and relevant postgraduate qualifications.
Career ideas - the following ideas may require further training or qualifications. Related Careers
Coaching or Counselling Psychology Occupational Psychology Educational or Health Psychologist Psychology Assistant High Intensity Therapist Sports Psychology Marketing and Consumer Psychology Teaching and Research Psychology
Alternative Career Ideas Advice worker Human Resources Civil Service Social Work Community Development Workers Teacher Action Points to help you recognise your skills and improve your employability See the Employability factsheet Skills Assessment - go to the BG Futures pages on the website, select ‘Make yourself Employable’, ‘and ‘Skills Assessment’.