University of Ibadan | Latest Reviews | Student Reviews & University Rankings EDUopinions

University of Ibadan - UI
speciality: Psychology

4.8

What is a Psychology Degree?

 

Psychology is the favourite science for students who want to get into the depths of human feelings. This is considered to be the science of mind and behaviour. More specifically, psychology wants to explore the way people think, act, and feel, by appealing to the emotional side of people.

Passion can lead students to choose this specialisation. It is not considered a difficult one, but it is not very easy to approach, as the theoretical elements of the discipline are combined with the practical ones.

After studying Psychology, students choose to specialise in a particular sub-field. Depending on their preference, they can choose between Biological Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Comparative Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Personality Psychology and many others.

Benefits of a Psychology Degree

Psychology is a great opportunity to get to know each other better and to get to know others. Thus, students who are looking to understanding human behaviour, feelings and mind gain an inside vision of what these notions really mean and what determines people to make certain decisions and act under different circumstances.

The employment rate among Psychology graduates has grown in recent years. Salaries are satisfactory, and young people can focus either on psychological services in schools, hospitals, treatment centres, clinics, depending on the specialisation chosen. Furthermore, Psychology graduates can integrate a career in social media, marketing, and advertising, as they understand best the reasons why people choose to make decisions according to what they see in real life.

Psychology Degree Structure

In the four years of Bachelor studies, graduates acquire the necessary knowledge to practice Psychology, initially learning the underlying theoretical notions. These notions become an important starting point in their career, seeing later how practice blends very well with theory. It should be noted that on the labour market, students who hold a Bachelor’s degree are much more appreciated and have an advantage over those who follow simple courses.

A Master’s program usually lasts between 2 and 3 years, coming as a complement to the Bachelor’s courses. Master courses have a much more loaded curriculum and a great deal of information. A Doctoral program is dedicated to students who want to do research in Psychology in various institutes or to become teachers. This has a duration of between 5 and 7 years.

5 Student Reviews

Sorry, no matches found. Try with another keyword
  • Psychology
    Ogechi
    My experience in UI

    Ui is a very beautiful school in both academic and architecture the school environment is so beautiful and serene. Ui is a lively school when it comes to learning like our annual jaw war which keep the students on their toes every year. The lecture are very knowledgeable and very strict

    View more
    Programme: Psychology
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2025
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Ibadan
    Overall
    Professors
    Internationality
    Career Prospects
    Value
    Student Life
    Facilities
    Accommodation
  • Applied Psychology
    avatar
    School campus

    University of Ibadan is a reputable institution with a strong academic foundation. The campus offers a conducive learning environment, modern facilities, and a diverse community that fosters growth and development. Overall, it’s a great place to pursue a dream

    View more
    Programme: Applied Psychology
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2023
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Ibadan
    Overall
    Professors
    Internationality
    Career Prospects
    Value
    Location
    Student Life
    Facilities
    Accommodation
  • BSc Psychology
    Abdulrasheed
    The best of the most

    University of Ibadan’s campus life is vibrant, with various extracurricular activities and student organizations. From cultural groups to sports clubs, something always happens that makes campus life more engaging. Social life at UI is diverse, offering a great balance between academics and personal growth.
    As with many public universities in Nigeria, UI faces challenges such as large class sizes, occasional overcrowding in hostels, and infrastructural issues in some departments. Despite these hurdles, the university’s commitment to quality education remains strong, UI is a place where students learn not just from books but from experiences, peers, and the community. It fosters an environment of resilience and intellectual curiosity. While improvements in infrastructure and administrative efficiency could further enhance the experience, UI remains a beacon of academic excellence in Nigeria.

    View more
    Programme: BSc Psychology
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2026
    Delivery Type: Online
    Overall
    Professors
    Internationality
    Career Prospects
    Value
    Location
    Student Life
    Facilities
    Accommodation
  • Psychological Counselling ...
    and Guidance
    avatar
    Standard of the institution and Effective teaching

    The university is a well standard and qualified institution that takes discipline serious. The settings and structures indicate that education is a legacy.
    Lectures are effective with total commitment from both the lecturers and the students. It is a citadel, where you take responsiblities for any acts and bear the consequences. It is not a place for lazy ones who do not have plan for their future i.e no dream for any ambition.
    Standard and practical evaluations are given to students inorder to make them active and effective for them to be competent in their area of specialization.
    Presentations are done base on the content in the scheme. The purpose of the presentation is to develop students to face the crowd or audience without being afraid and still pass the message. Also, to build students confidence in their field.
    There is time to participate in extra-curricular activities in related to your hobbies or interest without affecting the institution schemes or programme.
    The library is well equipped with old and current materials both the electronic and non- electronic materials are available for those that have interest.
    Although, is a stress working environment but goals will surely be achieve.

    View more
    Programme: Psychological Counselling and Guidance
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2007
    Delivery Type: Blended
    Campus: Ibadan
    Overall
    Professors
    Internationality
    Career Prospects
    Value
    Location
    Student Life
    Facilities
    Accommodation
  • Psychology with ...
    Clinical Psychology
    Michael
    Good academics

    Quality education and one of the best in Africa.
    In this university, one thing is, you are trained for the best. The environment is good and built for academic excellence, so friendly and accomodative

    View more
    Programme: Psychology with Clinical Psychology
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2015
    Delivery Type: Online
    Overall
    Professors
    Internationality
    Career Prospects
    Value
    Location
    Student Life
    Facilities
    Accommodation
  • +programme_dots+
    +programme_dots_hide+
    +comment_date1+
    +comment_user_logo+
    +comment_user+
    +title+
    +comment+View more
    Programme: +program_name+
    Degree: +degree+
    Graduation: +graduation_year+
    Delivery Type: +delivery+
    Campus: +campus+
    +all_ratings+
  • Overall
    Facilities
    Professors
    Location
    Student Life
    Accomodation
    Internationality
    Value
    Career Prospects
    +reply1_date+
    +reply1_user_logo+
    +reply1_user+
    Official Reply
    +reply+
    This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Review our Privacy Policy for more details.
    Close