Code

PG25842

Title

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology

Programme Purpose

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology is designed to provide an understanding of human thought and behaviour through the application of psychology to a wide range of areas. The programme combines the pedagogical depth of core disciplines in psychology with knowledge of other relevant perspectives of behaviour, practical skills, and transversal skills training in, for example, communication, teamwork, planning and reflection. The programme prepares, develops and facilitates independent learners who wish to enter professional training in psychology, pursue postgraduate studies, and/or to become more employable for a variety of positions in the public or private sector. Graduates of this programme will be eligible to apply for Graduate Membership of the relevant professional society, the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). The programme is 180 ECTS taken over three academic years full-time and four academic years part-time, which is typical of undergraduate programmes leading to a first qualification in psychology, as per PSI accreditation guidelines (2019). There is a maximum 60 ECTS taken per Stage.

Duration Description

NFQ Level(s)

8

EQF Level(s)

6

Location

Dublin City

Delivery Modes

PEL Applies

Yes

PEL Arrangements

Insurance Product

What is PEL?

Details

Validation Documents

Certificate of Validation, Panel Report