Clinical Psychology

University of Sunderland
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Psychology

UCAS Points

120 - 104 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£24,000

About this course

Understand key aspects of clinical psychology and consider what kind of practitioner you want to be. Develop the skills necessary to work with people who have mental health problems. Graduate with a comprehensive view of what clinical psychology is and what it can achieve.

Through our integrated modules, you will gain an understanding of all aspects of psychology (such as developmental, biological, cognitive, and evolutionary), considering the overlaps and how this can explain and help to treat different mental health problems.

You will be introduced to key concepts in clinical psychology such as patient assessment, formulation and professional and ethical conduct. There is an emphasis on practical skills and reflective practice throughout the course in addition to studying topics such as addiction, psychosis, cognitive and emotional impairments, and depression.

Learn about mental health in depth, considering ethical and current issues around policy and politics of diagnosis and assessment. With further modules based around patient care and assessment, formulation, and professional and ethical conduct, you will develop the skills to become a reflective practitioner.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 120 - 104 points

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3219 Health associate professionals
2229 Therapy professionals
2225 Clinical psychologists
3214 Complementary health associate professionals
1231 Health care practice managers
2224 Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists

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
Sunderland
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Psychology
Avg. Graduate Salary
£24,000