Arden University vs University of Essex for psychology degree
Hi guys,
I have been offered a place at both universities to study psychology undergrad online.
I have seen some pretty bad reviews about Arden, but I am more interested in the course modules than the one at Essex.
I’m a mature student and happy to be left to my own devices when studying.
Any advice / experience with either?
I have been offered a place at both universities to study psychology undergrad online.
I have seen some pretty bad reviews about Arden, but I am more interested in the course modules than the one at Essex.
I’m a mature student and happy to be left to my own devices when studying.
Any advice / experience with either?
Reply 1
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by Pxige2134Hi guys,
I have been offered a place at both universities to study psychology undergrad online.
I have seen some pretty bad reviews about Arden, but I am more interested in the course modules than the one at Essex.
I’m a mature student and happy to be left to my own devices when studying.
Any advice / experience with either?
I have been offered a place at both universities to study psychology undergrad online.
I have seen some pretty bad reviews about Arden, but I am more interested in the course modules than the one at Essex.
I’m a mature student and happy to be left to my own devices when studying.
Any advice / experience with either?
Hi,
I am currently studying psychology at the university of Essex. I will start the second year in a week. I do really enjoy it honestly. Usually we have 9 weeks for each module, and within the module we have 2 assignments. You can study at your own pace. I don’t have any information about the Arden though.
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by Mal1986Hi,
I am currently studying psychology at the university of Essex. I will start the second year in a week. I do really enjoy it honestly. Usually we have 9 weeks for each module, and within the module we have 2 assignments. You can study at your own pace. I don’t have any information about the Arden though.
I am currently studying psychology at the university of Essex. I will start the second year in a week. I do really enjoy it honestly. Usually we have 9 weeks for each module, and within the module we have 2 assignments. You can study at your own pace. I don’t have any information about the Arden though.
Is it really hands on and interactive? My last degree was very monitored and I felt like I was back in secondary school and didn’t enjoy it. I like independent study
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Essex - because its actually a real, respected University.
(Arden is a make-believe outfit based in an office-block in Coventry and its degrees are valueless).
(Arden is a make-believe outfit based in an office-block in Coventry and its degrees are valueless).
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by Pxige2134Is it really hands on and interactive? My last degree was very monitored and I felt like I was back in secondary school and didn’t enjoy it. I like independent study
The last module of the first year that I just finished, was very interactive. The tutor pushed us a lot to join the seminars, which were based on questions about the topics of the course. Honestly I didn’t joined them as they are not mandatory, and I preferred to focus on my assignments and not stress a lot about the seminars. I think it’s a personal preference, but if you are focused on your final goal, I think Essex it’s a good choice. However, I don’t know a lot about other universities. Good luck with your choice.
Reply 5
Original post
by Pxige2134Hi guys,
I have been offered a place at both universities to study psychology undergrad online.
I have seen some pretty bad reviews about Arden, but I am more interested in the course modules than the one at Essex.
I’m a mature student and happy to be left to my own devices when studying.
Any advice / experience with either?
I have been offered a place at both universities to study psychology undergrad online.
I have seen some pretty bad reviews about Arden, but I am more interested in the course modules than the one at Essex.
I’m a mature student and happy to be left to my own devices when studying.
Any advice / experience with either?
@Pxige2134
Hello! I did my MSc Psychology (conversion) at Arden over 2 years and I had a really positive experience.
Key things;
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Psychology courses are fully validated by the British Psychological Society, for some online providers they are not
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They have the best virtual learning environment I have seen and I have worked in F.E/H.E for over 10 years, and studied at 3 different Universities
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Module start is flexible and you have the ability to fast track a little doing 2 different units at once (with approval of the tutor)
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Several of my lecturers had PhD's and several were working on them
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Arden specialises in distanced learning, but there is also a blended learning option in centres like Birmingham, Manchester, and Leeds
Keep an eye on this website for virtual and on site open days coming up https://arden.ac.uk/knowledge-base/virtual-events-webinars/upcoming-events
Marc (1st BA Hons Sociology, PGCE, PGC SENDco)
Arden University Student Ambassador
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