Artificial Intelligence in Psychology

University of Derby
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Computer sciencePsychology

A-Level Entry

ABB

UCAS Points

128 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£26,000

About this course

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is entering every industry and the demand for these skills are continuing to grow, offering attractive salaries and quick career progression. Combined with Psychology you will gain the strong research skills needed to excel in whichever industry you work in.

Combining expertise in AI and psychological theories means you will have an advantage in understanding the human mind and behaviour and how this can be used to influence the future of artificial intelligence.

KEY FEATURES OF THE COURSE

EMPLOYABILITY: Combining two subjects boosts your employability and gives you the opportunity to develop knowledge and expertise in two subject areas, making you a more versatile graduate

WORKING WITH INDUSTRY: Take advantage of our connections with employers on work placements and projects

SPECIALIST FACILITIES: Throughout your degree you will have access to specialist facilities such as our computer labs, observation suite, eye-tracker equipment and Babylab, a facility used for ethical research with babies and young children.

EXPERTISE: Learn from our inspiring academics who have a wealth of knowledge and experience

FUTURE PROOF LEARNING: With AI being at the forefront of many industries, learn how it will shape the future and how you can play your part

HOW YOU’LL LEARN:

For artificial intelligence you’ll learn in different ways, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical sessions and team working. For the individual project module, you’ll be encouraged to use and apply research and innovation tools and approaches in a practical context.

For Psychology modules, you will learn from lecturers and tutors who are carrying out research designed to offer fresh perspectives on issues that are significant at every stage of life. Your lecturers bring their latest thinking to your studies. And, in some cases, you’ll have opportunities to get involved in research projects yourself. Quality inspectors have commended us for being ‘at the forefront of technology-enhanced learning’ in psychology.

YOUR CAREER:

By studying a degree in artificial intelligence and psychology, you’ll be equipping yourself with a wide range of skills that will support you in a vast range of industries. Career paths following this degree could include:

  • Machine Learning Engineer

  • Data Scientist

  • Business Intelligence Engineer

  • Robotics Engineer

  • Human resources

  • Teaching

  • Forensic psychology

  • Clinical psychology
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades ABB
    UCAS Tariff Points 128 points
    BTEC DDM

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2139 Information technology professionals
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
    3219 Health associate professionals
    2462 Probation officers
    2311 Higher education teaching professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Derby
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Computer science, Psychology
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £26,000