2024

Undergraduate programmes in

Psychology
london.ac.uk/psychology
With academic
direction from: World class. Worldwide.
Join the World Class
1 Quality of learning
The academic rigour and relevance of this programme is
enhanced with expertise from the world-leading Institute
of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, which is ranked
3rd in the world for psychiatry and psychology.

2 Stimulating content
You’ll have access to a range of stimulating content and problem-
solving techniques that can be applied to real-life situations
across areas such as healthcare, social care, education and law.

3 Employability and career progression

Studying psychology opens up opportunities to develop
your career across a variety of sectors such as education,
healthcare, social care, criminal and legal services.

4 Developed by experts in the field of psychology

Academic direction is provided by King’s College London, a
prestigious institution known for its commitment to delivering
research excellence. The Department of Psychology at King’s
offers a contemporary and pioneering approach to the discipline.

5 A mark of excellence
Earn an internationally recognised qualification from the
University of London. The University of London has a track record
of teaching, innovation and research dating back 160 years.

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Contents
Undergraduate programmes in Psychology
Join the World Class 2
A holistic approach to studying the human mind 4
A University of London degree from
anywhere in the world 5
Why study psychology? 6
How you study 8
Entrance requirements and further information 10

Key dates

Applications open:
18 December 2023

Applications close:
04 March 2024

Registration closes:
18 March 2024

Programme starts:
08 April 2024

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A holistic approach to
studying the human mind
We are excited to be offering this
innovative online Psychology degree A prestigious leader
which will allow students from all
around the globe to access the in psychology and
outstanding academic expertise that research education
the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology
& Neuroscience is renowned for. Study Academic direction for this
of the mind and human brain is one programme is provided by King’s
of the most exciting and important College London, with enriched
areas of today’s science. You will content developed by the
Professor Jenny Yiend obtain wide-ranging knowledge of Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology
human behaviour and how the mind & Neuroscience (IoPPN). King’s
Director, Professor in works as well as learning to apply College London is globally
Cognitive Psychopathology, psychological science to a variety known for its commitment to
King’s College London of contemporary social challenges. delivering research excellence
Studying with us means you will and is ranked 8th in the world
develop your analytical, critical-thinking for subject based Psychology
and problem-solving skills along with in the Times Higher Education
your core scientific knowledge. We look Impact Rankings in 2023.
forward to welcoming you onto our
programme and sharing with you our IoPPN is a world leader in the
own excitement about the fascinating research, study and practice of
topics that psychology covers. psychiatry, psychology and related
disciplines. Dating back to 1896,
IoPPN has been a pioneer in
facilitating education and training
in psychology and psychiatry.

Dr Emanuele De Luca IOPPN is at the forefront of

mental health care, redefining
Deputy Director, Lecturer in mental illness, its treatment
Psychology and Online Education and its place in society.
King’s College London

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A University of London degree
from anywhere in the world

A trusted name in A University of A Pass Degree or Ordinary Degree

is a degree without Honours.
global education London degree Specific rules for the classification of
awards are given in the Programme
The University of London is one Undergraduate degrees of the Regulations, under Scheme of Award.
of the world’s leading universities, University of London are awarded
internationally recognised for its high with Honours. The award certificate
academic standards. This reputation is will indicate the level of the academic The FHEQ framework
based on the outstanding teaching and performance (Honours) achieved
research of our 17 federation members. by classifying the award. The The UK Quality Assurance Agency
classification of the degree will be for Higher Education has prepared a
In 1858, we made our degrees available framework for classifying the level of
based on the ratified marks from
to study anywhere in the world. Today, courses to permit the comparability of
the completed assessments. The
we have more than 40,000 students in those taught in different institutions.
standard classification system for
over 190 countries, studying on 100- University undergraduate courses are
bachelor’s degrees with Honours is:
plus degrees, diplomas and certificates. classified at three levels corresponding
• First Class to standard three-year undergraduate
• Upper Second Class degrees: Level 4 (introductory),
Level 5 (intermediate) and Level 6
• Lower Second Class (advanced). (Levels 1–3 describe
• Third Class. pre-University courses and Level 7 is
graduate level for master’s degrees.)

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Why study psychology?
The BSc Psychology • demonstrate the ability to produce
programme is a a substantial piece of original or
empirical research work including, ‘The Institute of
contemporary approach to for example, study design, data Psychiatry, Psychology
the discipline, with a focus collection, analysis and reporting. & Neuroscience (IoPPN)
on creativity, independence at King’s College London
and applied learning. Where can it lead? is the largest academic
community in Europe
A pioneering degree Studying psychology opens up devoted to the study
opportunities to develop your
This programme will provide you with a career across a range of sectors
and prevention of
thorough understanding of psychology such as education, healthcare, social mental health problems.
as a science, covering the core areas care, criminal and legal services. It is a leading provider
of psychology and their application. of education at all
Your degree could lead to a
There is an emphasis on research and career in areas such as forensic levels, building upon its
its application as well as on the use and psychology, health psychology, unrivalled reputation
acquisition of psychological knowledge youth services, counselling or
through exposure to real-world issues. human resource management. in mental health and
related sciences. With
As a graduate of this programme,
you will be able to: Local recognition content developed by
• demonstrate a sound understanding
renowned academics
of all the main areas of psychology
In some countries, qualifications earned at IoPPN and beyond,
by distance and flexible learning may
• demonstrate the ability to not be recognised by certain authorities
the online BSc in
exercise critical judgement in the or regulators for the purposes of public Psychology blends
evaluation of research in the field sector employment or further study. world class teaching
We advise you to explore the local with internationally
• apply a critical understanding
recognition status before you register,
of essential concepts, principles
even if you plan to receive support leading, society-
and research in psychology, and changing research.’
from a Recognised Teaching Centre.
critically evaluate the results, in the
context of loosely defined scenarios, For more details on Recognised Professor Juliet Foster
using structured arguments Teaching Centres, visit: Dean of Education at IoPPN
based in empirical evidence bit.ly/recognised-centres

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 Gwyneth Rolph
Module leader
‘Whether you are a potential
career changer, would like to
challenge and improve yourself
by getting a degree, or whether
you have simply always had a
fascination for human behaviour,
you should consider studying
our BSc Psychology. This
programme provides an all-
round understanding of all the
major areas of Psychology, the
ability to critically evaluate its
major precepts, theories, and
empirical research, and learn the
skills to undertake a supervised
Psychology project, setting the
student up well for higher or more
specialised training if they should
so wish. The degree programme
has many transferable skills
relevant to many types of careers,
and just being able to say that
you are a University of London
graduate has the potential
to open all sorts of doors.’

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 How you study
The programme offers Programme structure *Please note, the research project
a variety of highly relates to 45 credits overall split into
The BSc Psychology consists of: two elements: one 15-credit research
engaging learning project preparation module and
materials and activities. • eight 15-credit compulsory one 30-credit research project.
modules at FHEQ Level 4
Your learning experience will
be enhanced with an accessible • eight 15-credit compulsory
and attractive learning platform, modules at FHEQ Level 5
opportunities for self-assessment, so • six 15-credit compulsory
you can understand your own progress, modules at FHEQ Level 6
and enhanced online student support.
• one 30-credit research project.*

Charlotte Forrest
Module leader
“The programme takes course
material from one of the top
Psychology Departments in
the world, based at King’s
College London, and applies
well-evidenced online learning
techniques to create the perfect
mix for high level-learning. This,
combined with our highly diverse
student body and the flexibility
offered by online learning,
leads to some fascinating
discussions on a wide range
of psychological topics, from
global mental health to forensic
psychology to neuroscience.”

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Study modules • The University of London’s Online You can study at your own pace, either
Library provides access to over 100 part-time or full-time, adjusting the
Programme modules cover a range million academic electronic items intensity of learning to suit your needs.
of areas including healthcare, comprising ebooks, e-journals,
You do not have to enter for
social care, education and law. conference proceedings, etc. In
examinations every year if you have
addition, students can request
For further information on intermediate not had enough time to allocate to
items which are not held in the
qualifications and available modules, your studies. As a guide, you should
Library via the Inter Library Loans
please visit: london.ac.uk/psychology dedicate at least 35 hours per week for
service with the British Library.
approximately 34 weeks of the year if
All registered students have free
you intend to complete the maximum
Online support access to the Online Library via:
of four new 15-credit modules, or
onlinelibrary.london.ac.uk
two new 15-credit modules and the
The programme is delivered online and • Senate House Library provides 30-credit research project each session.
there is no requirement to come to the free reference access for
UK as part of your studies. Our flexible all registered distance and
online programme allows you to work flexible learning students.
Assessment
around your own schedule and leads
to a globally recognised qualification. The format and mode of assessment
for this programme may change due
When you register, we will give you Study materials to events or circumstances beyond
access to the Student Portal. You our control. Students will be informed
can then access your University of All essential resources, activities,
of their assessment arrangements
London email account and other key videos, discussions and support are
via the VLE, once confirmed. For the
resources, including the following: provided through the VLE. This allows
latest information on examinations,
you to fit your studies around your
• The Student Guide provides please visit: london.ac.uk/exams
work commitments. There is no need
information which is common to purchase additional textbooks.
to all students and gives useful
information about your relationship
with the University of London Flexible study
through to graduation.
The flexible approach to learning
• The Virtual Learning Environment allows students to complete the BSc
(VLE) offers online learning Psychology in a minimum of three
support, access to the student years (subject to module availability)
café and discussion areas and to a maximum of six years.
other study materials.

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Entrance requirements and
further information
Entry criteria incomplete qualifications or work How to apply
experience you have are suitable
You should normally have at least: for entry to the programme. Please refer to the BSc Psychology
web pages for details on how to
• three UK GCE A-levels at grade
DDE or an acceptable equivalent English language apply: london.ac.uk/psychology

• one of these A-levels must be requirements

obtained in maths, psychology
Fees
or biology at grade A–D You must satisfy the English
language requirements for the The total fee payable to the University
• a UK GCSE maths grade A–C/9–4 programme. Currently this is an: of London for 2024–2025 will be
or equivalent and published on our website once
• IELTS: overall score of at least 6.5 confirmed. On average, fees incur a
• be age 17+ by the registration with a minimum of 6.0 in each five per cent year-on-year increase. For
deadline of your enrolment session. subcategory or equivalent, obtained the latest information on programme
within the past three years. fees, please visit: london.ac.uk/fees
We accept qualifications from all
around the world; for details of these For more information on the Please note: Student fees shown on
visit: bit.ly/psychology-entry-reqs requirements please visit: our website are net of any local VAT,
london.ac.uk/psychology Goods and Services Tax (GST) or any
other sales tax payable by the student
Performance-based entry If you do not meet the English language in their country of residence. Where
proficiency requirements but believe the University is required to add VAT,
If you do not meet the minimum entry that you can demonstrate the requisite GST or any other sales tax at the local
requirements, you may still be eligible proficiency, the University may, at its statutory rate, this will be added to
to apply through the performance- discretion, consider your application. the fees shown during the payment
based route. For further information process. For students resident in the
visit: bit.ly/psychology-entry-reqs
Computer requirements UK, our fees are exempt from VAT.

What if I do not meet For this programme, you will need

the above criteria? regular access to a computer with
an internet connection. You will
Even if you do not meet the also need a media player (such
standard requirements, we will as VLC) to play video files.
consider each application on its own For more information about specific
merits. Our Admissions Panel will software requirements, please
consider whether any alternative/ visit: london.ac.uk/psychology

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date of publication but may be
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