How does Psychology at Northumbria University help with employability?
With accreditation by the British Psychological Society (BPS) to
provide Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), the BSc in Psychology
has been developed specifically to make you job-ready on graduation. To this
end we offer the opportunity to undertake a work-based placement, in areas such
as mental health, brain injury and education.
Northumbria’s Psychology BSc is designed to not only develop your
understanding of the subject but also to enhance your transferable and critical
thinking skills. You will graduate with practical experience and research
skills, along with the confidence and independent learning ability that will
stand you in good stead for a variety of careers.
With the opportunity to apply for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological
Society (BPS) you can take your first steps to becoming a Chartered
Psychologist and follow a career path into clinical, forensic, educational,
health, counselling psychology, sport
and exercise or you may choose to go into education and
further study.
Does Northumbria University offer work placements for Psychology?
Our
optional work placement modules are the ideal way to gain experience in your
chosen area of interest and will enable you to apply your learning in the real
world alongside you studies.
You will be able to work alongside, and learn from, professionals in
the psychology field, building up vital networking contacts and developing key
skills such as time management, communication, problem solving and
self-management.
Discover some of our masters course to see where your next steps in academia could be: Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc.