Psychology is the study of people: how they think, how they act, react and interact. It is concerned with all aspects of human functioning including behaviour, thoughts, feelings, emotions and motivation.
You will need to have a great interest in understanding, investigating, and analysing how humans think, feel and behave. Students will develop the expertise to enable the collection and assessment of empirical evidence about human behaviour.
Problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills will be enhanced through the study of psychology. We are committed in providing career focused higher education training. Our training facilities from classrooms, library, clinic, to IT resources are most suitable for contemporary psychology training.
Our programmes are modular which allows both flexibility and specialisation in psychology. You can also choose general option modules from other subjects offered by the Positive Psychology Center. This enables you to select your modules to suit your particular strengths and interests.
The teaching and learning at positive psychology centre will involve lectures, tutorials and lab sessions. Lectures are supported by “clinic” hours where students have the opportunity to discuss the content of lectures or coursework with the lecturer. Lab sessions are in smaller groups, and involve collaborating with other students, with the support of professional supervisors. You will also have a personal tutor to advise you and to help you with any academic or personal issues that arise.
Assessment Method
Assessment is based on coursework, project work and examinations. The course is modular with exams in Mar/June/Sep/Dec for term 1 modules, and “as follows” for term 2 modules. Coursework weighs 60% of the marks in each module. Written examination comprising short answers and multiple choice questions or practicum weighs 40% of the marks in each module.
Entry Requirements
We welcome applications from people with a wide variety of qualifications, skills and experience. Applicants are individually assessed however, a typical 2 A level or 5 O level with credit in English. Those with other qualifications please write in to the admission office using the Enquiry form.
Mature Student application
We have a flexible approach to the admission of students aged 21 years and over. We know that your qualifications and experiences are likely to be very different from those of an 18 year old, so each application is considered individually. If you have some form of college education or you do not meet the normal requirements – please contact us. You may still be eligible as we look into your previous experience in work or other areas of life. When filling in your application form it is worth remembering how admissions staff will assess your application. They will consider your ability to study at higher education level, your experience, knowledge and skills. In some cases you may be asked to give us more information, for instance through an interview or by completing a piece of work.
Career opportunities
We offer you specialised modules in Applications of Psychology and positive psychology; Career Skills such as Counselling and psychotherapy, Volunteering, Action and Experience, to provide you with the understanding and skills to make decisions about your future career. Graduates can pursue professional careers in clinical, educational, counselling, health, occupational psychology. Our programmes require the acquisition of a broad base of knowledge and skills, our psychology graduates have a competitive advantage in the real world of work across a very wide range of occupations and professions.
