Psych degree
Reply 1
You probably wont get this unless you do an integrated placement year. I didnt do this because I didnt want to work for a whole year for no wage - I cant afford that and I wouldnt be very happy. However, if it works for you then look for a 4 year bsc with a placement year
Reply 2
Hi @sarahofeyoun2 !
I am entering my final year in Bsc Psychology at UoN, and I love it! I had my career planned out before I enrolled at university so doing psychology was a given, which is what you seem to be doing, meaning you will be motivated to learn and enjoy the course!
In terms of knowing things before you taking the course, there is lab work and some coding/statistics, such as SPSS software (for UoN). These are not hard to learn and you will have support from your lecturers, peers and lab techs. The psychology course itself is interesting, and in your final year you'll be able to pick some of your own modules, which you can tailor to your chosen career path.
If work placements are important to you, I’d look for universities that offer a sandwich year or placement year as part of the course: these are usually paid or at least don’t cost extra tuition.
Some unis include them in the degree fee, so you wouldn’t have to pay anything extra beyond your standard tuition.
A few UK universities with strong psychology placement/experience options include:
•
University of Bath; highly rated psychology with an optional paid placement year.
•
University of Surrey; known for excellent placement opportunities in mental health, research, and industry.
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Loughborough University; great links with organisations for placements.
•
University of Nottingham; has a dedicated placement team and various applied opportunities (including voluntary ones alongside studies).
Whichever uni you choose, also look for:
•
Active psychology societies (good for networking and events). I am a part of a mental health volunteering society which gives me the opportunity to practice public speaking, teamwork and communication skills by giving presentations to younger students about mental health. Being a part of a society and later committee if you want will also enhance skills and experience that look good for employers.
•
Opportunities to volunteer in research labs, sometimes you can get paid to work with the researcher.
•
Careers/placement teams with dedicated psychology support.
•
Careers fairs, where you can talk to employers and organisations.
Aimee - UoN rep.
Reply 3
I am entering my final year in Bsc Psychology at UoN, and I love it! I had my career planned out before I enrolled at university so doing psychology was a given, which is what you seem to be doing, meaning you will be motivated to learn and enjoy the course!
In terms of knowing things before you taking the course, there is lab work and some coding/statistics, such as SPSS software (for UoN). These are not hard to learn and you will have support from your lecturers, peers and lab techs. The psychology course itself is interesting, and in your final year you'll be able to pick some of your own modules, which you can tailor to your chosen career path.
If work placements are important to you, I’d look for universities that offer a sandwich year or placement year as part of the course: these are usually paid or at least don’t cost extra tuition.
Some unis include them in the degree fee, so you wouldn’t have to pay anything extra beyond your standard tuition.
A few UK universities with strong psychology placement/experience options include:
•
University of Bath; highly rated psychology with an optional paid placement year.
•
University of Surrey; known for excellent placement opportunities in mental health, research, and industry.
•
Loughborough University; great links with organisations for placements.
•
University of Nottingham; has a dedicated placement team and various applied opportunities (including voluntary ones alongside studies).
Whichever uni you choose, also look for:
•
Active psychology societies (good for networking and events). I am a part of a mental health volunteering society which gives me the opportunity to practice public speaking, teamwork and communication skills by giving presentations to younger students about mental health. Being a part of a society and later committee if you want will also enhance skills and experience that look good for employers.
•
Opportunities to volunteer in research labs, sometimes you can get paid to work with the researcher.
•
Careers/placement teams with dedicated psychology support.
•
Careers fairs, where you can talk to employers and organisations.
Aimee - UoN rep.
Thank you so much this was extremely helpful. I’m wondering how do I check if they offer a paid placement year?
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