University of Bath Speciality : Psychology
programme: BSc Psychology

Firstly, Bath is a beautiful University. With stunning and modern buildings, as well as a thriving natural environment, it is certainly a nice place to be carrying out my studies as an undergraduate Psychology Student.

Nonetheless, if a challenge is what you desire to experience in a university course, the BSc Psychology course may not be the best choice for you…

Although interesting in some areas, my experience of completing the first year of my course has left me confused and a little disappointed.

Unfortunately, much of the content mirrors that of Psychology A level. Yes, it is nice to be reminded of what inspired me to choose such a degree initially, but what if I want more?
I wanted to develop my understanding through learning new and exciting information, maybe then my passion for the subject wouldn’t now be so low.

Don’t get me wrong, the course is adequate: it has a decent selection of modules and the in-person lecture time is nicely balanced with personal study time.

Perhaps most importantly, the course is BPS accredited, an essential requirement to carry on in education following the completion of the degree, which is an asset to the course at Bath.
However, now I find myself contemplating whether I chose the right course for me.

Ultimately, I believe Bath as a University is a wonderful place to study, and the city/ student union offers a range of decent social events. Just be sure to read the course information carefully and attend open days – in this way, you should be more aware of what to expect!