Psychology with Early Childhood Studies - BSc (Hons)

Combine the hands-on study of social psychology, health, cognitive development and neuroscience with early years studies, you’ll gain a unique understanding of how humans grow, learn and thrive. Active learning At Plymouth, you’ll learn by doing - applying your knowledge in our experiential psychology lab and using your skills to make a real impact in local environments and communities. Real-world experience You’ll have exciting opportunities to put your learning into action - from an optional placement year and research apprenticeships throughout your degree, to studying abroad through international exchange. These experiences help build your confidence, expand your perspective, and prepare you for life beyond university. Taught by experts, driven by you You'll explore the subjects you’re passionate about, guided by experts who both teach and lead cutting-edge research. Every lecturer is also an active researcher - and every researcher teaches - so you’ll learn directly from those shaping the future of psychology. In your final year, you’ll have the freedom to tailor your studies, choosing from a wide range of options that let you focus on the areas of psychology that interest you most. This course is for you if... you're intrigued by how thoughts, feelings and motivations shape behaviour you value hands-on learning to understand your subject you seek the freedom to explore areas of psychology and early childhood studies that interest you you want to understand how children learn, play and communicate as they develop to adulthood