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2021
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 rigor and relevance of this programme is
enhanced with expertise from the world-leading Institute
of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, which is ranked
2nd 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 their 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:
21 December 2020
Applications close:
1 March 2021
Registration closes:
15 March 2021
Programme starts:
April 2021
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A holistic approach to
studying the human mind
the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology
& Neuroscience is renowned for. Study A prestigious leader
of the mind and human brain is one
of the most exciting and important in psychology and
areas of today’s science. You will obtain research education
wide-ranging knowledge of human
behaviour and how the mind works Academic direction for this
as well as learn to apply psychological programme is provided by King’s
science to a variety of contemporary College London, with enriched
social challenges. Studying with us content developed by the
means you will develop your analytical,
Dr Jenny Yiend critical-thinking and problem-solving
Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology
& Neuroscience (IoPPN). King’s
Reader in Cognitive Psychopathology, skills along with your core scientific College London is globally
King’s College London knowledge. We look forward to known for their commitment to
welcoming you onto our programme delivering research excellence
We are excited to be offering this
and sharing with you our own and is ranked 7th in the QS UK
innovative online Psychology degree
excitement about the fascinating University rankings 2019.
which will allow students from all
topics that psychology covers.
around the globe to access the IoPPN is a world leader in the
outstanding academic expertise that research, study and practice of
psychiatry, psychology and related
disciplines. Dating back to 1896,
IoPPN has been a pioneer in
facilitating education and training
of psychology and psychiatry.
IoPPN is ranked 2nd in the world
for Psychiatry and Psychology
(US New Best Global Universities)
and is committed to providing a
diverse and stimulating range of
learning and teaching methods.
IoPPN became a school of
King’s College London in 1997.
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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 member institutions. 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 50,000 students in those taught in different institutions.
standard classification system for
over 180 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.)
london.ac.uk/psychology 5
Why study psychology?
The BSc Psychology • demonstrate the ability to produce “IoPPN at King’s College
programme is a a substantial piece of original or
empirical research work including, London is the largest
contemporary approach to for example, study design, data academic community
the discipline, with a focus collection, analysis and reporting.
on creativity, independence
in Europe devoted to the
and applied learning. study and prevention
Where can it lead? of mental health
A pioneering degree Studying psychology opens up problems. It is a leading
opportunities to develop your provider of education
This programme will provide you with a career across a range of sectors
thorough understanding of psychology such as education, healthcare, social at all levels, building
as a science, covering the core areas care, criminal and legal services. upon its unrivalled
of psychology and their application.
Your degree could lead to a reputation in mental
There is an emphasis on research and career in areas such as forensic
its application as well as on the use and psychology, health psychology, health and related
acquisition of psychological knowledge youth services, counselling or sciences. With content
through exposure to real world issues. human resource management.
developed by renowned
As a graduate of this programme,
you will be able to: Local recognition academics at IoPPN and
• demonstrate a sound understanding
beyond, the online BSc
In some countries, qualifications earned
of all the main areas of psychology
by distance and flexible learning may
in Psychology blends
• demonstrate the ability to not be recognised by certain authorities world class teaching
exercise critical judgement in the
evaluation of research in the field
or regulators for the purposes of public
sector employment or further study.
with internationally
We advise you to explore the local leading, society-
• apply a critical understanding
of essential concepts, principles
recognition status before your register, changing research.”
even if you plan to receive support
and research in psychology, and
from a Recgonised Teaching Centre.
critically evaluate the results, in the Dr Juliet Foster
context of loosely defined scenarios, For more details on Recognised
Dean of Education at IoPPN
using structured arguments Teaching Centres, visit:
based in empirical evidence bit.ly/recognised-centres
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How you study
The programme offers
a variety of highly-
engaging learning
materials and activities.
Your learning experience will
be enhanced with an accessible
and attractive learning platform,
opportunities for self-assessment, so
you can understand your own progress,
and enhanced online student support.
Programme structure
The BSc Psychology consists of:
• eight 15-credit compulsory
modules at FHEQ Level 4
• eight 15-credit compulsory
modules at FHEQ Level 5
• six 15-credit compulsory
modules at FHEQ Level 6
• one 30-credit Research Project.*
*Please note, the research project
relates to 45 credits overall split into
two elements: one 15-credit Research
project preparation module; and
one 30-credit Research project.
As you progress through your
BSc studies, you may apply for
an intermediate qualification or
qualifications (Certificate of Higher
Education and/or Diploma of
Higher Education in Psychology).
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Study modules • The Online Library provides access to You can study at your own pace, either
over 100 million academic electronic part-time or full-time, adjusting the
Programme modules cover a range items comprising ebooks, e-journals, intensity of learning to suit your needs.
of areas including healthcare, conference proceedings etc. In
You do not have to enter for
social care, education and law. addition, students can request items
examinations every year if you have
which are not held in the library via
For further information on intermediate not had enough time to allocate to
the Inter Library Loans service with
qualifications and available modules, your studies. As a guide, you should
the British Library. All registered
please visit: london.ac.uk/psychology dedicate at least 35 hours per week for
students have free access to the
approximately 34 weeks of the year if
University of London’s Online Library
you intend to complete the maximum
Online support via: onlinelibrary.london.ac.uk
of four new 15-credit modules, or
• Senate House Library provides two new 15-credit modules and the
The programme is delivered online and free reference access for 30-credit Research Project each session.
there is no requirement to come to the all registered distance and
UK as part of your studies. Our flexible flexible learning students.
online programme allows you to work Assessment
around your own schedule and leads
The format and mode of assessment
to a globally recognised qualification. Study materials for this programme may change due
When you register, we will give you to events or circumstances beyond
access to the Student Portal. You All essential resources, activities,
our control. Students will be informed
can then access your University of videos, discussions and support are
of their assessment arrangements via
London email account and other key provided through the VLE. This allows
their VLE, once confirmed. For the
resources including the following: you to fit your studies around your
latest information on examinations,
work commitments. There is no need
• The Student guide provides please visit: london.ac.uk/exams
to purchase additional textbooks.
information which is common
to all students and gives useful
information about your relationship Flexible study
with the University of London
through to graduation. The flexible approach to learning
allows students to complete the BSc
• The Virtual Learning Environment Psychology in a minimum of three
(VLE) which offers online learning years (subject to module availability)
support, access to the student to a maximum of six years.
café and discussion areas and
other study materials.
london.ac.uk/psychology 9Entrance requirements and
further information
Entry criteria consider whether any alternative/ For more information about specific
incomplete qualifications or work software requirements, please
You should normally have at least: experience you have are suitable visit: london.ac.uk/psychology
for entry to the programme.
• three UK GCE A-levels at grade
DDE or an acceptable equivalent How to apply
English language
• one of these A-levels must be Please refer to the BSc Psychology
obtained in Maths, Psychology requirements web pages for details on how to
or Biology at grade A–D apply: london.ac.uk/psychology
You must satisfy the English
• a UK GCSE Maths grade A–C/9–4 language requirements for the
or equivalent and programme. Currently this is an: Fees
• be age 17+ by the registration • IELTS: overall score of at least 6.5 with
deadline of your enrolment session. a minimum of 6.0 in each subcategory The total fee payable to the University
or equivalent. This must have been of London for 2021–2022 will be
We accept qualifications from all around obtained within the past three years. published on our website once
the world, for details of these please confirmed. On average, fees incur a
visit: bit.ly/psychology-entry-reqs five per cent year-on-year increase. For
For more information on the
the latest information on programme
requirements please visit:
fees, please visit: london.ac.uk/fees
Performance-based entry london.ac.uk/psychology
Please note: student fees shown on
If you do not meet the English language
If you do not meet the minimum entry our website are net of any local VAT,
proficiency requirements but believe
requirements, you may still be eligible Goods and Services Tax (GST) or any
that you can demonstrate the requisite
to apply through the performance- other sales tax payable by the student
proficiency, the University may, at its
based route. For further information in their country of residence. Where
discretion, consider your application.
visit: bit.ly/Psychology-entry-reqs the University is required to add VAT,
GST or any other sales tax at the local
Computer requirements statutory rate, this will be added to
What if I do not meet the fees shown during the payment
the above criteria? For this programme, you will need process. For students resident in the
regular access to a computer with UK, our fees are exempt from VAT.
Even if you do not meet the an internet connection. You will also
standard requirements, we will need Adobe Flash Player to view
consider each application on its own video material and a media player
merits. Our Admissions Panel will (such as VLC) to play video files.
10 Undergraduate programmes in PsychologyThe information contained in this
prospectus was correct at the
date of publication but may be
subject to change. The University
does not intend by publication or
distribution of this prospectus to
create any contractual or other legal
relation with applicants, registered
students, their advisers or any other
persons. For the most up-to-date
information, please visit our website.
Published by University of London.
Copyright © University of London,
November 2020.
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