Psychology

Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behaviour, asking how we think, feel, remember, perceive, and relate to others, and why those processes sometimes go wrong. Within this broad discipline, clinical psychology applies psychological science to understanding, assessing, and supporting people experiencing mental health difficulties and psychological distress. It is a field that combines scientific rigour with compassionate practice, and it draws on neuroscience, developmental psychology, social psychology, and research methodology as well as clinical theory.

At London South Bank University, this three-year, full-time programme provides a strong foundation in the core areas of psychology before specialising in clinical themes, with the clinical pathway deepening your understanding of mental, emotional, and psychological challenges and the evidence-based approaches used to address them. The programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society, which means it provides the Graduate Basis for Chartership required for those who wish to progress to clinical training and registration. You will develop both scientific and empathetic ways of thinking, learning to apply theory and research skills with care and sensitivity.

The programme includes a year abroad, broadening your perspective on how psychological wellbeing and mental health are understood and addressed in different cultural and healthcare contexts.

A typical entry tariff of 120 points reflects an accessible admissions threshold for a programme with demanding academic and professional content. Graduates from psychology programmes with a clinical focus are well positioned to apply for postgraduate training in clinical psychology, counselling psychology, or psychotherapy, which are required for practice as a qualified clinician. Many graduates also move into roles in mental health services, research, social work, education, human resources, and health promotion.

The analytical and interpersonal skills developed through a psychology degree are widely valued across sectors that depend on understanding human behaviour.