PSYCHOLOGY
Psychology Why choose Psychology at Loughborough? There are an exciting and flexible range of Psychology courses available at Loughborough which are taught by enthusiastic and inspiring lecturers. Each course offers access to an outstanding teaching and learning environment. Our teaching is informed by the expertise of our leading academics who cover a wide range of areas of psychology and are internationally renowned in their fields. They give our students insight into the very latest developments in psychology, using innovative and engaging teaching methods. The different Psychology courses and range of pathways available at Loughborough allow students to customise their studies to suit their individual interests and pursue a career path that they are passionate about. For example, students can choose to study a degree or pursue a pathway in one of the following areas: Psychology, Criminology, Psychology in Education, or Sport and Exercise Psychology. Our undergraduate psychology courses provide the perfect foundation for further study of professional psychology or our own specialised MSc courses such as the MSc Work Psychology or the MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology.
TOP 10 IN UK FOR PSYCHOLOGY THE GUARDIAN UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2020
ACCREDITED BY THE BRITISH PSYCHOLOGICAL SOCIETY*
7TH IN UK FOR PSYCHOLOGY THE TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES GOOD UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2020
Professional recognition Most of our psychology courses are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), with the exception of Psychology in Education (this is a brand new course for 2021 and we are working towards achieving its accreditation.) The courses share a core suite of modules covering fundamental topics and methods in psychology, such as: cognitive psychology, biological psychology, developmental psychology, social psychology, personality and individual differences, historical and conceptual issues, research methods and practical psychology. These psychology courses include the core modules required for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society. This allows progression onto specialised psychology training such as Clinical, Counselling, Business, Educational or Sport and Exercise Psychology.
Professional placement We encourage and provide support to students who wish to undertake an optional year-long work placement or study abroad opportunity. A placement year helps to develop essential skills and foster valuable industry contacts. We have strong connections with a range of organisations offering placements.
Employability Our courses provide a foundation for specialised postgraduate training in psychology or postgraduate research, which can lead to accreditation to practise as a psychologist. Our graduates go on to enjoy a wide variety of careers in clinical, forensic, sport, education, commercial, financial and management sectors. The flexibility of our psychology courses means students can tailor their degree to suit their individual career interests and aspirations.
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