FHEQ level

This course is set at Level 6 in the national Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.

Course learning outcomes

Demonstrate a critical understanding of the core areas of psychology, including biological, cognitive, developmental, social, and individual differences.

Explain and reflect on the scientific foundations of psychology and evaluate what it means for psychology to be a scientific discipline.

Demonstrate knowledge of psychological topics beyond the core domains and critically evaluate how they contribute to understanding key issues within the discipline.

Apply a range of empirical methods, including quantitative and qualitative approaches, to investigate psychological questions.

Use appropriate statistical and digital tools effectively for the management, analysis, and presentation of psychological data.

Design, conduct, and report an empirically based research project under supervision, demonstrating appropriate methodological and analytical skills.

Apply ethical principles in the design, conduct, and reporting of psychological research.

Reason scientifically and statistically, critically evaluating the relationship between theory, evidence, and interpretation.

Communicate psychological concepts, arguments, and research findings clearly to academic and professional, and/or lay audiences.

Demonstrate the ability to engage constructively in collaborative learning and scholarly activities, showing awareness of the interpersonal and contextual factors that support effective teamwork.

Critically evaluate your own and others’ work, integrating feedback and engaging in reflective practice to enhance scholarly development.

Demonstrate independence and adaptability in learning, showing the ability to extend your knowledge of psychology beyond taught material.

Apply psychological concepts and methods to analyse complex real-world or interdisciplinary problems, showing how psychological knowledge can inform broader societal or professional contexts.

Communicate ideas and arguments with clarity and confidence, demonstrating awareness of cultural, ethical, and contextual dimensions of psychology.

Apply systematic knowledge and critical understanding of counselling theories, skills and ethical frameworks to support the wellbeing of diverse individuals.

Apply reflective, self-aware and ethically informed practice to evaluate personal and professional development, demonstrating the ability to manage boundaries, wellbeing and the emotional demands of supporting others.

Critically evaluate, synthesise and communicate relevant research-informed evidence about counselling, mental health and wellbeing, orally and in writing.

Full-time course composition