Top 15 Psychology department. International Year One in Psychology. New for September 2016

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1 Top 15 Psychology department (Guardian University Guide 2016) International Year One in Psychology New for September 2016 Equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree within the School of Psychology, with some classes taught alongside first year students.

2 INTO UEA A city and a study programme full of inspiration INTO UEA INTO UEA is a modern, dynamic study centre, located on the beautiful UEA campus. We have combined high-tech classrooms with immaculate accommodation and leisure facilities to give you the most enriching student experience possible. We provide everything you need to achieve academic success, as well as the foundations for a successful career. CAMPUS LIFE AND BEYOND At UEA, international students are a vital part of the vibrant community. We do everything we can to help you settle in, make friends, get to know your new country and excel in your studies and future career. Living and learning on the picturesque University campus means you ll have access to the best learning and recreation facilities, ensuring you adapt quickly to university life and that your time here is a happy one. The Ziggurats buildings on campus The INTO Centre Norwich London 2 hours from London by train Just under 50 minutes from Amsterdam by plane The beautiful, green UEA campus

3 International Year One in Psychology About the International Year One in Psychology Key course facts Start date Mon 26 Sep 2016 Fri 16 Jun 2017 Please note: this programme runs two weeks longer than other 3-term programmes to coincide with UEA exam dates. WHAT IS THE INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE PROGRAMME? This brand-new offering at INTO UEA offers intensive academic preparation, and a fast-track route to the second year of an undergraduate degree. The programme gives you the opportunity to: Increase your knowledge of academic theory and content Improve your language, study and research skills in preparation for undergraduate study Progress directly to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree in the School of Psychology. Study alongside current first year UEA students in the School of Psychology WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT THIS NEW PROGRAMME? Full university status. A campus-based programme with lectures in the School of Psychology, alongside UEA undergraduate Year 1 psychology students. Benefit from international seminar groups and additional English language and study skills support at the INTO UEA Centre. Complete your degree in just three years. A quality-assured university programme. University-style teaching with high contact hours and small class sizes. Guaranteed progression to your chosen degree, subject to meeting progression requirements. Regular assessment to monitor your progress. Professional help and support with your application to university. Price 16,995 Programme length 3 terms or approximately 9 months Class hours Up to 20 hours per week Class sizes Maximum of 16 students per class for English language teaching Age requirement 17 years and above* Academic entry requirements Satisfactory completion of A-levels (BBC grades), a recognised Foundation programme, or the first year of an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent. English language entry requirement IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent. If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements you may be eligible for a Pre-sessional English course. For details, please visit: If you are applying for a Student Tier 4 visa you must have an IELTS for UKVI to apply for your visa. If you have any questions about this test, our experienced team will be happy to help you. your questions to: SELT.Help@into.uk.com Validating body UEA Further guidance For further guidance, please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor. * All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.. Fully immersive virtual reality suite, eye tracking and motion tracking equipment Work experience opportunities and optional year abroad during your degree

4 INTO UEA What will I study? COURSE CONTENT During this course you will study six core modules, providing you with a platform upon which you can develop your psychological knowledge. You will encounter a wide variety of topics, from child development to linking the study of the individual to society. The research modules will introduce you to subject-specific methods in the study of psychology, as you begin to develop research skills and a critical perspective. Where will I study? You will attend all lectures at UEA alongside current first-year students. All classes for the Research Design and Analysis modules will be taught at UEA. All other seminars and classes will be taught and assessed at INTO UEA. CORE MODULES Introduction to the Study of Social Psychology for International Students (20 credits) Psychology of the Individual: Development and Differences (20 credits) An Introduction to Psychosocial Theory for International Students (20 credits) Introduction to Biological and Cognitive Psychology (20 credits) Introduction to Research Design and Analysis (UEA) (20 credits) Further Research Design and Analysis (UEA) (20 credits) English and Study Skills for Psychology. MODULE DESCRIPTIONS Introduction to the Study of Social Psychology for International Students This module is designed to enable you to comprehend, evaluate and compare the core topics and major perspectives in social psychological theory and research. You will start on small micro theories of social psychology and gradually widen out to large psychosocial theories. You will examine how intra- and inter-individual psychological processes affect thoughts, feelings and behaviour. Psychology of the Individual: Development and Differences In this module you will cover issues and controversies within individual differences and developmental psychology. Within developmental psychology you will explore a range of issues such as the contributions of nature and nurture and for individual differences you will look at areas such as the measurement of personality and intelligence. An Introduction to Psychosocial Theory for International Students This module is designed to tackle major theories about the self and society and you will also reflect on how your position matches some of these ideas. Introduction to Biological and Cognitive Psychology This module will provide you with an introduction to evolutionary, biological and cognitive psychology, enabling you to develop an understanding of a range of subjects including: the basics of evolutionary theory; the anatomy and physiology of the central nervous system; and the computational metaphor of the mind and how this is used to comprehend processes such as memory and perception. Introduction to Research Design and Analysis (UEA) In this module you will be introduced to the principles of research methods in psychology. You will be expected to think about the meaning of research and the philosophical underpinnings of scientific method. You will be provided with an introduction to the intellectual and practical process of scientific discovery, and you will be taught how to use and evaluate some common research techniques and to produce properly organised research reports. Further Research Design and Analysis (UEA) In this module you will build on the knowledge and skills gained in the Introduction to Research Design and Analysis module, developing your research skills and reportwriting techniques to support your studies. English and Study Skills for Psychology This module is designed to support you during the first year of your Psychology studies and to further develop your study skills, research skills and English language ability across the key areas of reading, writing, listening and speaking. State-of-the-art laboratory facilities Low staff to student ratio

5 International Year One in Psychology Interactive group work enhances learning The INTO Study Centre This is a fantastic opportunity to study some of your psychology modules at UEA alongside home students, with the added support of bespoke small group classes at INTO focusing on psychology, English and academic study skills. Tim Hanmer, Course Coordinator Classrooms equipped with interactive touchscreen Smart Pads

6 INTO UEA Why choose UEA? The School of Psychology at UEA has an outstanding reputation for research and high-quality teaching. 92% student satisfaction rating (National Student Survey 2015) ABOUT THE SCHOOL Ranked top 15 UK Psychology department. Newest School of Psychology in a research-intensive UK university. State-of-the-art laboratory facilities: fully immersive virtual reality suite; electroencephalography (EEG); Eye-tracking and motion tracking equipment. Conference trips and entrepreneurial training. Work experience opportunities. Optional year abroad. Gain a level of expertise particularly sought by employers within the psychology sector. The BSc in Psychology has full British Psychological Society accreditation. 100% of research deemed as of international quality (Research Excellence Framework 2014) PLANNING YOUR NEXT STEPS If you successfully complete the International Year One programme, you are guaranteed progression to the second year of an undergraduate degree in the School of Psychology at UEA, which has an outstanding reputation for research and high-quality teaching. PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS DEGREE PROGRAMME EAP GRADE ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS BSc Psychology BSc Psychology with a year abroad BSc Cognitive Psychology BSc Cognitive Psychology with a year abroad BSc Social Psychology BSc Social Psychology with a year abroad 65% (with minimum of 60% in each skill) 40% in both Research Design and Analysis modules 55% in all other modules (minimum pass mark in each section of assessment) CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY Whatever your career goals, you can be sure that a degree from UEA will provide you with the skills and knowledge most valued by employers. to offer future employers. They include paid placement and internship opportunities, a business-training residential event, and a range of career-planning support mechanisms. You will benefit from a range of additional training opportunities running in parallel with your degree programme. These are carefully designed to help maximise what you have BPS (British Psychological Society) accredited degree programmes 95% for quality of teaching (National Student Survey 2015)

7 International Year One in Psychology Interactive software Private booths for group study Specialist monitoring programmes Electroencephalography equipment Hundreds of study spaces available on campus

8 Apply for the programme online at: During the International Year One course, I got assistance from my teachers and advisers whenever I needed it. For example, before I submitted an essay my teacher would proofread it and give me some advice, such as which parts I was missing and what I needed to do to improve. You also have a discussion with your adviser every two weeks so that you know where you are and what you need to do in order to do better at university. Nguyen Dieu Linh, Vietnam