Bachelor of Science (Psychology)

University of Galway

The BSc in Psychology gives students opportunities for learning in multiple sub-domains of psychological science, along with an understanding of how this science is applied to real-world problems, as well as fostering the development of critical thinking, writing and practical skills. In first year students are introduced to the core foundational areas of psychology including cognitive personality, developmental, biological and social psychology as well as research methods. In second year the programme advances student knowledge in the core areas of psychology and students also receive a module on professional skills that apart from teaching such skills generically also helps to prepare them for Year 3 placement. Third year allows students the opportunity of either work experience, study abroad or a research internship. Those taking a year abroad have the opportunity to study psychology via a range of theoretical and practical modules in a different country and culture. In final year students receive training in modules in applied areas of psychology such as behavioural analysis and health psychology as well as in other domains via the provision of a suite of elective modules. Final year includes substantive practical training and several modules target practical skills. The most important such module is the Research Project, wherein students are required to plan, conduct, and write up an independent piece of research under the supervision of a member of academic staff.