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Degree: | Bachelor of Science (Honours) (BSc (Hons)) |
Discipline: |
Psychology
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Duration: | 36 months |
Study modes: | full-time, part-time |
University website: | Psychology with Clinical Psychology |
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Psychology is the study of people – what they do, think, perceive and feel. It helps us to answer many important questions about society by applying scientific principles to human behaviour. Our Psychology with Clinical Psychology degree is especially suited to you if you're thinking about a career in the health or social services.
Kent is a leading centre for social psychology – the study of human behaviour in a social environment – and we also have strengths in cognitive, forensic and developmental psychology. Passionate about research, our academics are world-leading experts and can inspire you to develop your own ideas and become an independent thinker.
Our Psychology with Clinical Psychology degree offers a high level of professional skills and can be the first step to becoming a health or social care professional.
On this programme, you gain a broad background in practical applications, experimental and other methodologies, information technology and theory construction. Our modules cover a wide range of topics such as child development, language, mental health, motivation, and forensic psychology. You can also gain direct experience of research through the:
The lecturers have a friendly approach to teaching and you get a high level of academic support via lectures, seminars and one-to-one feedback.
In your final year, you take specialist clinical psychology modules and can also choose other specialist modules in areas of particular interest to you. All your work will help you to demonstrate transferable skills valued by employers.
You have the option to take this programme with a year of professional experience. For more details, see Psychology with Clinical Psychology with a Placement Year.
The School of Psychology is in a modern building with state-of-the-art teaching facilities and two computer rooms. Our specialised equipment includes:
The Psychology Society is run by Kent students. Previous activities include talks by guest speakers and the chance for students to publish work in the Student Journal of Psychology.
The School of Psychology also puts on many events that you are welcome to attend. These may include:
Find more information on the website of the University of Kent: