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Goldsmiths, University of London, BSc (Hons), Psychology

Year 1

At Year 1, you will take introductory modules covering the main topics within psychology. You will also receive practical training in the principles, methods and techniques of psychological research.

  • The Psychology of the Person
  • Biological and Comparative Approaches to Psychology
  • Information Processing and Cognition*
  • Design and Analysis of Psychological Studies
  • Practical Issues in Psychological Research
  • Extended Essay in Psychology
  • Skills and Employability in Psychology

Year 2

Year 2 will provide you with a more in-depth knowledge and understanding of concepts, theories and relating to a broad range of psychological topics from social psychology to developmental psychology. You will also explore statistics and laboratory based research. 

  • Biological Substrates of Behaviour
  • Personality and Individual Differences
  • Social Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Design and Analysis of Psychological Studies
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Research Methods in Psychology

Year 3

In your final year, you will take six option modules, and will carry out an individual research project under close supervision of a member of faculty in the Department of Psychology.

  • Psychopathology
  • Research Project
  • Multivariate Statistical Methods in Psychology
  • Applications of Attention Research
  • Anomalistic Psychology
  • Topics in Neuropsychology
  • Psychology and Law
  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Behavioural Genetics
  • Angels or Apes: Origins of Human Nature
  • Addictive Behaviours
  • Psychological Approaches to Music
  • Self and Relationships
  • Psychology and Education
  • Social-Moral Development
  • Cognitive Neuroscience
  • Magic and the Mind
  • Social Psychology of Social Problems

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Location

The University is based on a single-site campus within London’s vibrant New Cross, just minutes from the heart of this great global city, home to major cultural landmarks including the National Theatre and Tate Modern. New Cross is a vibrant area in South East London that's situated just 10 minutes by train from London Bridge. Described by The New York Times as a hub of creative talent, the area has a thriving music and arts scene, fantastic restaurants, buzzing cafes, and a genuinely diverse and eclectic population.