Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Psychology with Human Biology (Optional Placement) University of Plymouth, UK

Our psychology and emergent behaviour are deeply rooted in our biological processes. This program explores the biological foundations of brain and behaviour, combining psychology and neuroscience with allied biology topics such as anatomy and biochemistry. Through hands-on learning this BPS-accredited degree will give you the transferrable skills and experience to prepare you for diverse careers in psychology, healthcare, and beyond.

In your first year, you'll study the core theories of psychology, including topics like learning, social, developmental, clinical, cognitive, and physiological psychology. You'll also begin developing key skills, such as research methods, information technology, communication, and critical thinking, all of which are crucial for your future career. You’ll also study biochemistry, the human life cycle, genes, organisms and populations, all of which are crucial for your future career.

Key features

• Hands-on learning in our psychology experiential learning lab. We embedded practical activities throughout the course, so you can put new knowledge into practice and build practical skills for future careers.
• Shape the psychologist you want to be. Course choices and our completely option-based final year give the freedom to explore and develop areas of psychology that interest and benefit you the most.
• As a successful graduate, you are eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society.
• Gain valuable real-world experience by putting your skills and knowledge into practice with an optional placement year, or take part in an international exchange year by studying abroad.
• You’ll go beyond the classroom and learn how psychology can have a tangible effect on the wider world with the field trips integrated throughout our curriculum - exploring how psychology can make a difference to our environment and communities.
• Specialist knowledge of the mind-body relationship provide a holistic perspective of both physical and mental health, helping to understand how the brain, nervous system, hormones and genetics influence behaviour and cognition.
• An exploration of the biological and neurochemical underpinnings of mental health conditions, and the mechanisms of pharmacological treatments with application to public health and research.