BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling Skills Bachelor's degree at Middlesex University

The module provides an overview of the major theories and findings underpinning the practice of psychological therapies. The module also extends basic counselling and therapeutic skills developed in year one and encourages you to develop a reflective stance on the development of these skills. It also explores the diversity of psychological therapies in action, professional issues and opportunities for further training.

This British Psychological Society (BPS) core module develops the depth and breadth of your understanding of primary and contemporary theory and research in social psychology and developmental psychology. We introduce the subject matter through topic-focused group presentations, research workshops and laboratory investigations. A focus on developmental psychology will see you study the biological, social, emotional, and cognitive changes that occur from birth, through infancy, childhood, adolesc

The module enables you to understand and evaluate psychological research and to understand how research design relates to research questions. It provides you with skills in a variety of statistical analyses and enables them to conduct ethical psychological research utilising quantitative methods. It will further develop your competency with statistical software including data handling skills so that they are equipped to produce data-based reports in research and workplace contexts.

This module introduces the diversity and breadth of approaches to qualitative research in the discipline of psychology. The module will empower you to understand and evaluate psychological research and to understand how research design relates to research questions. It provides you with skills in a variety of qualitative methods and enables you to conduct ethical psychological research utilising qualitative methods. It provides the foundation for interpretation and critical discussion of publish

Provides an in-depth understanding of selected topics in cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and individual differences in the context of therapeutic applications. Equips you with knowledge about how cognitive and brain sciences can inform and improve the practice of cognitive and behavioural therapies. Fosters critical thinking about the benefits and limitations of integrating cognitive psychology and neuroscience insights into the dynamically changing interpersonal and intersubjective processe

This module develops your employability skills (for example communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and independent learning) through undertaking a work placement. This practical experience module builds on the knowledge and skills gained from the successful completion of previous psychology modules and tests out theoretical knowledge and practical skills in a real-world situation. It gives an appreciation of the organisation and reality of work and the development of your ability and person

This module will develop your skills by exploring the intersection of therapeutic psychology and social, cultural, and community mental health, advancing your understanding of key psychological therapeutic theories and practices within diverse contexts, developing critical and reflective thinking regarding psychotherapeutic work with mental health issues, considering the role of culture, diversity, and external circumstances, enhancing your ability to apply psychological theory to case formulati

This module engages you in a substantial research project on a topic of your choice within the field of psychology, supported by group activities that facilitate the development of research skills, collaboration, and practical application of psychological theories and methods. Through this blend of individual and group work, you will enhance your understanding of psychological research methods, data analysis, and the ethical considerations inherent in psychological research.

This module introduces you to health psychology and the work of health psychologists in practice, including how this applies to your own health and the health of society. It helps you apply knowledge and skills to real-world health problems. You will be encouraged to adopt a reflective and critical perspective on research, theory and their experiences, including commonalities and diversities in experiences, facilitating empathy and an inclusive approach to learning. Research informed topical int

This module offers advanced level study of topics in coaching psychology. It offers you a blend of academic study, practical experience, and personal development. It facilitates your development of critical thinking, independent learning, reflective learning and specialised listening and communication skills. It introduces basic skills of coaching-based empirical psychological research. The module encourages you to explore further training in coaching and coaching psychology as part of your prof

Cognitive neuroscience is the study of brain states and how such brain states are related to behaviour and cognition. Many of the recent advances in the field are due to the rapid development and use of technology that allows us to infer what the brain is doing during different psychological states. This module introduces you to the theory that underpins cognitive neuroscience techniques such as EEG, TMS, fMRI, TES. It provides a hands-on approach to learning how to use them and how these techni

This module explores the application of psychology to social problems in the areas of crime, conflict and violence, considering individual, group and social factors. It covers how individuals and groups become involved in these problematic behaviours, and also considers the consequences for victims, government and justice responses, and approaches to prevention. The module introduces you to a range of applied approaches and develops your capacity to respond proactively to real world problems. Fo

This module introduces you to core aspects of evolutionary theory and demonstrates the application of evolutionary theory to behaviour. It covers how behaviour can be regarded as the product of biological evolution. It also discusses how evolutionary approaches complement other frameworks and add another level of explanation to scientific understanding. You will cover various different evolutionary approaches including ethology, behavioural ecology and evolutionary psychology, discussing key fin

This module introduces you to the ways in which psychological theories and methods contribute to our understanding of elite sport performance. It will help you understand the psychological, behavioural and social determinants of elite sport performance. You will gain insight into how the applications of sport psychology, from a practitioners' perspective, may lead to working with skilled performers, and the development of time-management, communication and problem-solving skills. The module cove

This module introduces you to the diversity and breadth of approaches in the discipline of neuropsychology and the many ways that neuropsychologists study the healthy brain and the disordered brain. We base our sessions around research-informed teaching with a particular focus on published neuropsychological case studies. You will explore the causes and symptoms of major neuropsychological disorders of cognition and behaviour – for example, language, vision, memory, emotion, personality, olfacti

This module introduces the diversity and breadth of approaches in the discipline of occupational/workplace psychology. The module will introduce theories with a focus on the role of stress in the workplace. You will also gain an understanding of work-life balance and the real-world applications of promoting good work-life balance and engage with some of the critical debates around the area. The topics in these sessions will highlight the diversity of individuals in the workplace and how this can

This module will provide a comprehensive survey of the living primates with a focus of research in the wild (ethology) and in the psychology lab (comparative psychology). In recent years, experimental and observational research in primate behaviour and cognition has exploded, and this primatology module will provide you with up-to-date knowledge of the major areas of study. The primatology module provides a rich learning opportunity for you and help you understand the foundations of human nature