
Dr Rachel Bromnick - Programme Leader
Dr Rachel Bromnick is an Associate Professor with considerable expertise in teaching, learning and assessment in higher education. Rachel is a positive developmental psychologist and specialises in teaching research methods and statistics.
Academic Staff ListWelcome to BSc (Hons) Psychology
Psychology brings together the scientific study of behaviour, mental health, and neurophysiological functioning in an attempt to understand what makes us human, and why we think the way we do.
Lincoln's BSc (Hons) Psychology degree aims to offer a broad and thorough foundation in psychology, exploring the science behind how we think, act, and respond to others through a range of topics.
The course is taught by research-active academics with specialist areas of expertise, including cognitive neuropsychology, vision and attentional processing, infant cognition and language, mental health, forensic psychology, and lifespan development.
Students are encouraged to participate in original research projects alongside academic staff, with the opportunity to publish and present findings. For example, 'Summer Scientist' is an initiative that involves the participation of children in a series of accessible games for research studies.
You will have the opportunity to learn through a combination of theoretical, lecture-based teaching, small group seminar discussion, and practical experimentation. The course aims to enable students to develop their knowledge of psychology and their ability to design, conduct and assess independent research projects.
Accreditations and Memberships
The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as conferring eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered membership (GBC) the first step towards becoming a chartered psychologist. The BPS is the main professional body representing psychology and psychologists in the UK.

How You Study
The first year introduces key concepts in psychology, including cognition, development, social psychology, biological psychology, and research skills. Students can explore current research topics and conceptual and historical issues, as well as psychology and its application to real-world scenarios. In the second year, students can develop and refine research skills, and can begin to tailor the course to their individual interests by choosing elective modules to examine topics in greater depth.
During the third year, the majority of study will be determined by students interests and career aspirations. There are a range of optional modules to choose from and students will also be expected to complete an extended independent project.
Current optional modules include Developmental Psychopathology; Mental Health and Disorder; Sleep, Cognition and Well-Being; and Cross-Cultural Psychology.
Teaching takes place in large lectures, smaller seminars and workshops and in small groups, computer-based workshops and one to one meetings, depending on the level and the topic. In addition, staff use the intranet to provide materials to support teaching, and have regular drop in sessions for students. Most modules involve two hours a week timetabled teaching time. Students are expected to contribute to small group sessions and to undertake independent study.
There are dedicated Psychology Labs for student projects as well as the research labs that students may use as part of their final year research project.
Course materials are posted to an online virtual learning environment to supplement face to face teaching and to support onsite and remote study.
What You Need to Know
We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. To help you choose the course that’s right for you, we aim to bring to your attention all the important information you may need. Our What You Need to Know page offers detailed information on key areas including contact hours, assessment, optional modules, and additional costs.
An Introduction to Your Modules
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
How you are assessed
The aims of the module assessments are to provide a measure of the development and attainment of course outcomes, including the attainment of high-level intellectual skills such as critical analysis and evaluation.
Accordingly, the nature of the assessment varies across the three levels of the course. The assessments at levels one and two focus on the acquisition and understanding of knowledge and skills. In contrast, the level three assessments place far greater emphasis on the ability to apply, analyse and evaluate knowledge.
BSc (Hons) Psychology students currently receive feedback within a 20 working day period.
The way students are assessed on this course may vary for each module. Examples of assessment methods that may be used include essays, in-class tests, research reports, research diaries, research or clinical proposals, and dissertations; practical exams, such as poster and oral presentations, performances or observations; and written exams (including essay-based exams), such as formal examinations, or in-class tests.
The University of Lincoln's policy is to ensure that staff return assessments to students promptly.
Facilities
The University has invested £19 million in the Sarah Swift Building, a dedicated facility for the School of Psychology. Specialist psychology research facilities include a sleep laboratory, motor lab and EEG laboratories, a psychophysiology laboratory, and Lincoln Infant and Child Development Lab – a specialist area for the study of child development.
Students have access to ICT suites and technical staff who can offer support in the design and execution of experiments and assistance with specialist software.
You can explore our laboratories virtually by watching the short video below.

"I completed a year-long social research placement at the Department for Education focusing on mental health, character and wellbeing. The role covered a variety of key tasks including literature searching, contract management, report writing, carrying out qualitative and quantitative research and much more! The placement really gave me the opportunity to apply things I’d learnt in my degree so far but also to develop my skills further and learn new ones."
Lucy Gilbert, BSc (Hons) Psychology studentEntry Requirements 2023-24
United Kingdom
A Level: ABB (128 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 3 A Levels or equivalent qualifications).
International Baccalaureate: 32 points.
BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit or equivalent qualifications.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 128 UCAS Tariff points.
A combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTEC, EPQ etc.
Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, which must include English and Maths or Statistics. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may also be considered.
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry. We will also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.
If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk.
International
Non UK Qualifications:
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications.
In addition to meeting the academic requirements, overseas students will also be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Please visit our English language requirements page for a full list of the English qualifications we accept. https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/
If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-sessional English and Academic Study Skills courses.https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/pre-sessionalenglishandacademicstudyskills/
Can we help? The University of Lincoln offer a dedicated support service for overseas students. If you have any questions about your qualifications, or would like assistance in submitting your application, please contact our https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/contactus/
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If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk
Fees and Scholarships
Going to university is a life-changing step and it's important to understand the costs involved and the funding options available before you start. A full breakdown of the fees associated with this programme can be found on our course fees pages.
For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. The University of Lincoln offers a variety of merit-based and subject-specific bursaries and scholarships. For full details and information about eligibility, visit our scholarships and bursaries pages.

"Lincoln’s School of Psychology gave me the most wonderful three years and I learnt far more than I ever expected to. I found new loves for topics and subjects I hadn’t thought of during my A-level Psychology studies, and studying Psychology at Lincoln gave me a clear direction of what I wanted to do after I graduated. Members of staff were always on hand to help when I needed them for all kinds of queries. I’m so glad that I chose Lincoln."
Joanne Prior, BSc (Hons) Psychology graduateCareer Opportunities
All of our undergraduate programmes provide Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS). As a graduate from our BSc Psychology degree, you will be well-placed to consider further professional training in psychology.
Professional fields within psychology to consider range from clinical, health, occupational and educational, to forensic, sport and exercise, counselling, neuropsychology, and academia, research, and teaching. Previous graduates have used their degree as a basis for roles in research, management, marketing, health settings, or education. Other graduates may wish to progress to study at postgraduate level.
As a student at Lincoln, you have the opportunity to take part in a range of employability sessions and activities, both within the School and from our award-winning careers service.
Organisational and Coaching Psychology Pathways
Students will study a breadth of modules across the core domains of Psychology, but then include additional specialist subjects to allow a specific pathway to be followed. The Organisational Psychology Pathway will include a fascinating range of modules which apply psychological theory to the workplace and workers. You will have the opportunity to examine how psychological approaches inform a range of business activities including recruitment and talent management, organisational development and change, leadership and strategy, and work and wellbeing. An evidence-based, practical focus will allow students to develop critical skills to consider the impact of psychological processes in the workplace.
The Coaching Psychology pathway will focus more on modules concerning the individual, incorporating positive psychology, empirical research, and theory on wellbeing. Students will develop practical skills used to promote wellbeing in organisations, education establishments, and businesses. Within both pathways students will engage in a range of hands-on activities, developing, evaluating, and critiquing workplace interventions, and applying theory to real-world problems.
Students who undertake these pathways may consider careers such as organisational development and human resources, executive coaching, management, and business consultancy or learning and development. Graduates may also pursue careers in research and go on to postgraduate study within Psychology to become Chartered Occupational or Coaching Psychologists.
International Study/Work Experience
Students can choose to take a year out between year two and the final year of study, and can select from two year-long activities that would lead to either awards; the International Study year which would lead to a BSc (Hons) Psychology (International Study), or the Work Experience year which would lead to a BSc (Hons) Psychology (Work Experience). Both options aim to enhance students' future employment opportunities and offer the chance to gain an understanding of the field in real-world settings.
International Study
This option provides an opportunity to explore study in a new overseas culture and environment at one of the University's approved partner institutions.
Work Experience
Students will have the opportunity to enhance their personal and professional development by gaining experience in a real workplace setting, which could help develop the skills relevant to future employment or further study.
Visit Us in Person
The best way to find out what it is really like to live and learn at Lincoln is to join us for one of our Open Days. Visiting us in person is important and will help you to get a real feel for what it might be like to study here.
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