Department of Psychology

Dr Richard Cook

Associate Admissions Tutor

27th September 2014

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Today’s Presentation

• Why City?

• Why Psychology at City?

• Course Structure

• Entry Requirements

• Why Psychology?

Psychology: the study of human behaviour

An exciting time to study Psychology

Most people recognise its appeal- Hundreds of ‘pop psych’ books & magazines

An exciting time to study Psychology:

How does the brain…. give rise to behaviour?

A key challenge facing 21st century science

People have sought to understand human behaviour for a long time…

B.F. SkinnerI. PavlovPlato

As social beings, we are curious about others

A scientific training

Psychology is a science!

Test those predictions through the collection and analysis of data

Construct evidence-based arguments

The value of a scientific training:A critical, analytical way of thinking

Formulate hypotheses and derive predictions

- from previous findings - from theory

A Psychology degree will teach you to…

First step towards a psychological career

Completing a Psychology degree accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) is the first step towards a career in one of the Psychology Professions

Clinical Psychology

Occupational Psychology

Health Psychology

Educational Psychology

Counselling Psychology

Postgraduate study, exams, practical experience

Caring professionsNursingSports injury therapySports & FitnessPolice Finance

Business & industryGraduate schemesMarketingPublic RelationsAdvertisingPersonnel management

LawAccountancyMedicineJournalismEducation, teachingSales

Don’t panic if you’re not sure what to do after university… You don’t have to be a psychologist!

Keep your options open

Proof of social, quantitative, critical, analytical & presentation skills

Attractive to many employers

A great degree for keeping your options open

Why City University London?

• Why Psychology?

• Why City?

• Why Psychology at City?

• Course Structure

• Entry Requirements

A leading university

90% ..of students satisfied with the quality of their education

(2013 National Student Survey)

Top 10 ..in the UK for international students

(The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide League Table 2014)

Top 5% ..of world universities

(Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013/14)

15

..research areas rated as ‘comparable with world‘s best’

(2008 Research Assessment Exercise)

Top 10 ..in the UK for graduate salaries

(The Times / The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2014; Lloyds Bank University Quality of Student Life Survey 2013)

£20,000 ..average starting salary for SASS graduates

90%..of SASS under-graduates are in employment or further study after graduation

130+..internationally renowned research and academic staff based in SASS

£3,000 ..the value of a Lord Mayor of London Scholarship for Academic Excellence

150+ ..nationalities currently represented within our student population of around 17,000

Excellent learning resources

University library

1,100+ study spaces

Open late (24/7 during exams)

Comprehensive collection of books & journals

Online resources, computers, software

e-learning via MoodleLecture notes

Reading lists

YouTube links

Hyperlinks

Q&A forums

Quizzes

Graded assignments

Personal feedback

Fantastic location

Exmouth Market (Cafés, Shops)

Farringdon (Bars & Clubs)

Angel (Cafés, Shops, Bars)Easy access to... Kings Cross / St Pancras / Euston / Victoria / Waterloo / London Bridge / Liverpool Street, Paddington

Angel & Farringdon tube stations <12 minutes walk away

Our accommodation guarantee

Accommodation guarantee for first year undergraduates (even if you live in London)

Competitive pricing, around £140 per week

All halls in Zone 1 within walking distance of the university

New sports centre!

Why Psychology at City?

• Why Psychology?

• Why City?

• Why Psychology at City?

• Course Structure

• Entry Requirements

A department led by world-class psychologists

Martin Conway(Head of Dept)

City students learn about cutting-edge research, the very

latest findings!

Dermot Bowler James Hampton Philip Corr Mark Howe

People who lead their field

Publish new findings

Secure research grants

Appear in the media

Experts who ‘write the text-books’

An outstanding department

1.Complete University Guide 2015

2.Guardian University Guide 2015

3.NSS 2014

4.NSS 2013

5.www.unistats.direct.gov.uk

Academic excellence - Emphasis on scientific research - Rich up-to-date curriculum - Quality teaching, learning support

National Student Survey - 91% satisfaction rating3

- Highest student satisfaction in London in 20143 - Highest in the country in 20134

One of the top departments in London- Recently ranked 2nd behind UCL1,2

- Top 25% of all UK departments2

Outstanding prospects - 93% of leavers in work or further study within 6 months5

Access to practicing psychologists

- Opportunities for career guidance and specialist postgraduate study

Fast, Helpful Feedback

- Three-week marking guarantee - Feedback when it’s most useful- Detailed multidimensional feedback- Examiners’ comments, model answers & statistics

What makes us better?

Contact with lecturers

- In addition to basic lecture contact…- One-to-one ‘clinic’ sessions after every lecture- Weekly drop-in hours (lecturers, personal tutors)- On-line forums and email (response < 48hrs)

Twenty years of BPS accreditation …and many more to come!

NHS requires GBR before you start Clinical or Counselling Psychology doctorates, or postgraduate qualifications in Health or Forensic Psychology

See: http://www.nhscareers.nhs.uk/

City’s BSc Psychology is BPS accredited

Practicing Psychologists must be registered with BPS

City’s BSc Psychology provides ‘Graduate Basis for Registration’ (GBR) with BPS

City’s BSc Psychology reaccredited in 2014

- City students have no concerns about achieving the GBR

See: http://www.bps.org/

Research opportunities

Dept of internationally renowned researchers

Opportunities for valuable research & work experience

Autism Research Group

Cognitive Neuroscience Research Unit

Developmental Psychology Research Group

Health Psychology Research Group

Memory & Cognition Research Group

Organisational Psychology Research Group

Centre for Performance at Work

Course structure

• Why Psychology?

• Why City?

• Why Psychology at City?

• Course Structure

• Entry Requirements

Year 1: Foundation modules

Professional & Academic Development for Psychologists

Cognitive Approaches

Biological Approaches

Lifespan Psychology

History & Theory

Research Design & Analysis

Foundation modules cover the basics you will need later in the degree

Emphasis on: Small group tutorials; study skills and writing

B.F. SkinnerC. Spearman

Year 1: Elective Modules

Something different? Media studies, Languages, Politics, Economics, Business

First year students also choose an elective module

Psychology@City

A popular elective offered only to Psychology students

Learn about the research going on at City!

Different lecturers each week, explaining how they have shaped their field

Year 2: Core studies

Research Methods

Social Psychology

Biological Psychology

Developmental Psychology

Cognitive Psychology

Personality & Differential Psychology

Core modules contain the content deemed essential by the British Psychological Society

Psychology Dissertation • Original independently-conducted research• Supervised one-on-one by expert lecturer

• Approaches to Concepts • Judgment & Decision Making • Topics in Cognitive Neuroscience • Approaches to Autism• Health Psychology • Organisational Psychology• Intro to Counselling Psychology• Normal & Disordered Word Processing• Topics in Behavioural Economics

• Subjective Well-Being• Abnormal & Clinical Psychology • Malfunctions of Mind• Coaching Psychology• Social Perception• Memory & The Law• Psychology of Time• Programming for Psychologists• Cognitive Development

Year 3: Specialist electives & dissertation

The third year is made up entirely of specialist elective modules

Year 1

At the end of their second year, students can continue working towards a standard BSc Psychology or opt for a specialised degree.

For a specialist award, students must complete certain third year options and undertake their dissertation with certain supervisors.

2nd year

BSc Psychology

BSc Psychology with Counselling & Health Psychology

BSc Psychology with Organisational Psychology & Behavioural Economics

BSc Psychology with Cognitive & Clinical Neuroscience

BSc Psychology with Child Development

Year 2

The psychology streams

Specialist degrees increase student choice and give City’s Psychology graduates a competitive edge

• Why Psychology?

• Why City?

• Why Psychology at City?

• Course Structure

• Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

A-level grades Entry requirements 340 tariff points

Typical offer: A A B• Can include AS grades at C or better• Preferably includes a Science• Preferably not General Studies

OR International Baccalaureate(Other qualifications assessed on individual basis)

35

GCSE B or equivalent in English Language and either Maths or Statistics

CV and personal statement- Are you really a Psychologist?

Relevant work experience,Evidence of reading and independent studyCareer aspirations or interestsWhat will Psychology do for you?What will you do for Psychology?

How do I get in?

Thank you for listening!

Why study Psychology at City?

• Strong reputation both nationally & internationally

• Excellent facilities & learning resources

• Great central location / accommodation guarantee

• 90%+ student satisfaction!

• BPS accredited for over 20 years

• Wide selection of modules relevant to professional practice

• Extensive contact with expert lecturers, world-famous researchers & practicing psychologists

• Opportunities to get involved in research

• Our commitment to providing fast meaningful feedback

• Excellent prospects after graduation

• Specialist degrees convey a competitive edge