Cardiff School of Psychology

Cardiff School of Psychology Undergraduate Degree Programmes Entry 2016 www.cardiff.ac.uk/psych

Cardiff School of Psychology Bright prospects World-class research Award-winning student society Outstanding facilities Cardiff University is one of Britain s leading teaching and research universities. Telegraph Guide to UK Universities

1 Professional recognition Teaching excellence Great placements Friendly atmosphere Capital city location meet our students Insider Information - Find out more Want to know what life at Cardiff is really like? Our Insiders are real students studying a range of subjects. You can read their blogs, post comments and message them on Facebook and Twitter. To find out more go to: www.cardiff.ac.uk/insiders

2 Discover the Cardiff Experience A leading university... You ll be part of a Russell Group university one of the UK's world-class universities. You can choose from more than 300 degree programmes. The Cardiff University degree is known and respected worldwide with a substantial number accredited by the professions and other external bodies. in an outstanding city... You ll benefit from outstanding teaching in a research-led environment Cardiff is ranked in the UK s top 5 universities for research quality. Staff include a Nobel Laureate and numerous Fellows of the Royal Society and other prestigious institutions. You ll live in a friendly, compact and safe city with all your study, living and leisure needs within walking distance. Your money will go further at Cardiff with capital city attractions at provincial prices including one of the lowest average costs of living for university cities. 1 with able and motivated students... You ll be at a first choice university where demand for places is strong. You ll be at an international university with students from more than 100 countries. You'll be studying in an environment with able and motivated students who have high grades at A-level or equivalent. who have excellent career prospects. You can be confident of your future in 2012/13, 95.1% of our students were employed orhad entered further study within six months of completing their studies. 2 You ll be in demand Cardiff is among the top 25 universities targeted by employers seeking high calibre graduates. 3 Notes 1. Moneysupermarket.com Quality of Living Index 2014 2. HESA Destination of Leavers Survey 2013 3. High Fliers Research The Graduate Market 2015

Welcome 3 Welcome Contents We study and teach Psychology from the scientific standpoint. If you choose to study Psychology at Cardiff we will work with you on a challenging and comprehensive programme where you will be encouraged to understand behaviour from social, cognitive and biological perspectives. You will be supported by enthusiastic lecturers from the UK s leading research department. They will introduce you to cutting-edge psychological research and thinking in a stimulating and supportive environment. Cardiff: The City 4 Cardiff: The University 6 Living in Cardiff 8 Student Life 9 Cardiff School of Psychology 10 Undergraduate Degree Programmes 13 Degree Structures and Modules 14 Research, Postgraduate Programmes 17 Employability and Careers 18 International Students 19 Admissions 20 We will develop your skills in psychological research and practice via lectures, small group seminars, and tutorials. We will support your personal and academic development via our personal tutor scheme under which all students have a mentor who oversees progress throughout the degree. We also have a vibrant research community in which we encourage students at all levels to take an active part. We offer opportunities for you to witness as well as participate in current research, through projects, dissertations and research vacation schemes. Experience of psychology in practice can be gained via our four-year Psychology with Professional Placement degree. On this programme you spend the third of four years of study in a Psychology placement. This work experience contributes appreciably to job prospects because of the practical skills that can be gained. It also helps decisions about career paths you might follow. Our degree programmes will give you excellent prospects to find graduate employment or pursue higher training. Please do visit the School on one of our open days. I am confident that when you meet our lecturing staff and see the magnificent facilities we provide you will decide that Cardiff is THE place to study Psychology. Professor Ed Wilding Head of School This brochure will provide you with more details of our programmes. We hope that it will give you more than just a flavour of what we have to offer you. However, we are always ready to answer any questions you may have, by post, telephone or email, or when you come to Cardiff for a visit. You will find the appropriate contacts at the end of this brochure. Important information. Please read carefully. The University offers the information contained in this brochure as a guide only. It does not constitute a contract and is not binding on prospective students, students or the University. While the University makes every effort to check the accuracy of the factual content at the time of publication, some changes will inevitably occur in the interval between publication and the academic year to which the brochure relates (Entry 2014). For example, degree programmes may have changed in line with market and student demand, and research development. Applicants should not therefore rely solely on this brochure and should visit the Psychology School website (http://psych.cf.ac.uk/) for up-todate information concerning course content, accreditation, and entry requirements for the relevant academic year when considering applying to the University. 5000PSYCH0315

4 Cardiff: A capital city Cardiff: A capital city Cardiff is a popular student city, relatively inexpensive and with a good range of nightlife and cultural venues. Times Good University Guide 2014 The University is alongside attractive parkland and is adjacent to Cardiff Castle and the city centre

Cardiff: A capital city 5 More online at: www.visitcardiff.com www.cardiff.ac.uk www.cardiff.gov.uk Cardiff is a thriving and attractive city which is widely recognised as an outstanding place in which to live and study. It combines all the advantages of a compact, friendly and inexpensive location with the cultural and recreational facilities of a modern capital city. Cardiff offers everything from the excitement of the city to the peace and tranquillity of the nearby coast and countryside. With its distinctive character, good quality of life, and growing national and international reputation, it hosts many high-profile cultural and sporting events, including international rugby, soccer, cricket and motor sport. When it comes to entertainment, Cardiff is well-equipped to satisfy student needs. There is a multitude of cafes, pubs and nightclubs. The City is home to the world-renowned Welsh National Opera, it boasts prestigious concert venues such as the Wales Millennium Centre, St David s Hall and the Motorpoint Arena, as well as the iconic Millennium Stadium, the National Museum and Gallery of Wales, several theatres and the historic Cardiff Castle. Cardiff is the location for award-winning television productions, including Dr Who, Sherlock, Torchwood and Casualty, and the Dr Who Experience in Cardiff Bay is a popular new attraction. The city is one of the UK s best shopping destinations, a status enhanced by the opening of the 750 million St David s Dewi Sant retail centre standing alongside pedestrianised shopping streets, indoor and outdoor markets, and a fascinating network of glass-canopied Victorian and Edwardian arcades. Cardiff also has more urban green space than any other UK city, and offers easy access to the countryside, coast and mountains. Lively, elegant, confident, cosmopolitan and ambitious are all words readily used to describe modern-day Cardiff. Together, the city and the University provide students with the Cardiff Experience, a lifestyle our students remember long after graduation. The Millennium Stadium nestles in the heart of the city, and is home to numerous sporting events and concerts throughout the year Don t just take our word for it Modern Cardiff combines the best of the old and the new...it has a relatively small population and is fairly inexpensive to live in. Close to the campus, the city centre has an array of shops and entertainment options to cater to all tastes and budgets. The Telegraph Guide to UK Universities Come and see for yourself Cardiff benefits from excellent road and rail links with Britain s other major towns and cities. London, for example, is two hours by train, and the M4 links both the west and south of England, as well as west Wales. Travel to the Midlands and to the North is equally convenient. The journey by road from Birmingham, for example, takes only two hours. The main coach and railway stations are both centrally placed, and Cardiff also benefits from an international airport. Cardiff is one of the UK s most successful retail centres Cardiff Bay, the city s waterfront

6 Cardiff: A leading university Cardiff: A leading university Cardiff University is one of Britain s leading teaching and research universities. Telegraph Guide to UK Universities 2014

Cardiff: A leading university 7 More online at: www.cardiff.ac.uk Cardiff University has an international reputation for excellence in teaching and research, built on a history of service and achievement since 1883, and recognised by our membership of the Russell Group of leading research-led universities. With attractive and compact campuses, excellent student accommodation, and a hugely popular Students Union, all within easy walking distance of each other in a thriving city, it is not surprising that Cardiff is a university of first choice among wellprepared applicants. We admit approximately 5,000 undergraduate entrants each year, the majority of whom are school and college leavers, and have high grades at A-level or equivalent. While competition for entry is strong, Cardiff is an inclusive university with a good record on widening participation and fair access, and we welcome applications, irrespective of background, from everyone with the potential to succeed at Cardiff University. The University s Cathays Park campus is located in and around the impressive Portland stone buildings, parks and wide treelined avenues that form Cardiff s attractive civic centre. The majority of academic schools are located here - just a few minutes walk from the city centre. The three academic schools offering healthcare courses (excluding Optometry and Pharmacy) are based at the Heath Park campus, approximately one mile away, which is also home to the University Hospital of Wales. Although dating from 1883, Cardiff is focused on the 21st century, and has modern stateof-the-art buildings and facilities. The University has invested substantially in its estate in recent years and most academic schools have benefited from major refurbishment, including new and wellequipped laboratories, lecture theatres, libraries and computing facilities. International opportunities are available via our Global Opportunity Centre. These include study, work and volunteering placements in 27 EU countries as well as international exchange opportunities. All students also have the opportunity to study a language in addition to their degree through the University s Languages For All programme. The University takes its environmental, safety and security responsibilities very seriously. It has comprehensive policies in place which are making great savings in energy consumption and, to support the safety and security of all members of the University community and their property, there is 24- hour security cover throughout the campus. What the Guides say [Cardiff] University is the acknowledged leader of higher education in Wales. It is the Principality s only member of the Russell Group of research-led universities and has two Nobel Laureates on its staff. It is our 2014 Best Welsh University. Times Good University Guide 2014 The University is as confident and forwardlooking as the city it s located in, and has an excellent reputation for the quality of its teaching and research. Almost 60% of its research is ranked as world leading and it is a member of the Russell Group of leading universities. Guardian University Guide 2013

8 Living in Cardiff Living in Cardiff As a fast developing capital city, Cardiff is a great place to be a student. It s large enough to offer you an exciting variety of activities and entertainment, but small enough for you to feel comfortable in. Accommodation Cardiff offers guaranteed University accommodation, good quality and value, and a range of residences to suit individual preferences and budgets. All first year undergraduates who apply during the normal UCAS admissions cycle (ie come to Cardiff as a firm or insurance applicant) are guaranteed a single occupancy place in University residences during the first year of study. Please see our website for full details: www.cardiff.ac.uk/residences The University is continually investing in its student residences, and the views of students are taken into account at the design stage. Unusually for a civic university, most of our residences are within easy walking distance of lecture theatres, libraries, laboratories, the Students Union and city centre. There are 15 different residences, providing more than 5,500 study bedrooms and students can apply for the residences which best suit their preferences, interests and budgets. Some 70% have en-suite shower and toilet facilities and all halls of residence have computer network connection points and access to Wi-Fi. Fees depend on the facilities included and whether catered, part-catered or self-catered, but prices compare very favourably with those of other UK universities. Besides managing University property, the Residences Office maintains close links with the private sector and provides assistance to students seeking to rent or share houses or flats. Student Life The Students Union Cardiff Students Union is one of the biggest, best and most active in Britain. The Union recently opened a new venue called Y Plas which at night becomes a nightclub. Hosting live music, club nights, stand-up comedy, fashion shows and awards ceremonies, there s lots to keep you entertained from your first day to your last. Other facilities include a new food court, a bank, a print shop, a hair salon and a bookshop. The Lounge offers IT and Skyping facilities, meeting rooms and a chillout area, as well as snooker tables and multi-faith prayer room. The Union also has its own letting agency and an Advice and Representation centre. In addition, it is home to CU TV and Xpress Radio (the students own TV and radio stations) and more than 200 cultural, political, religious, social, sporting, societies and clubs. Jobshop Jobshop is the Union s own student employment service and provides casual, clerical and catering jobs around the University to hundreds of students. All study bedrooms in the halls of residence have computer network connection points and access to WiFi The Fitness and Squash Centre is located at the heart of the main campus Solus is the Students Union high quality nightclub

Living in Cardiff 9 More online at: www.cardiff.ac.uk www.cardiff.ac.uk/residences www.cardiffstudents.com www.cardiff.ac.uk/thrive Students have access to a wide range of modern facilities, including Skype booths What the Guides say A place in one of the University s 5,300 single study bedrooms is guaranteed to all first year undergraduates applying through the normal UCAS admissions cycle. Guardian University Guide 2014 The cost of living for a student in Cardiff is generally lower than elsewhere in the UK. The Independent A-Z University Guide 2014 The Union offers an exciting entertainment programme, a comprehensive range of student support services and 150 clubs and societies. The Complete University Guide 2014 Key Cardiff School of Psychology University Buildings Student Residences How to find the School We are located in the Tower Building, which sits at the heart of the Cathays Park Campus, a short walk from the city centre. The building is very close to Cathays railway station and is easily accessible from University halls of residence.

10 The School Cardiff School of Psychology Cardiff School of Psychology is long-established, well resourced and has an excellent international reputation. Ranked 2nd in the UK with a GPA score of 3.52, our research on understanding behaviour and the causes of psychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders has confirmed our position as a world-leading centre of excellence for psychology, psychiatry and neuroscience. 100% of our research environment was rated as conducive to producing research of worldleading quality in terms of its vitality and sustainability. 90% of our research has been deemed outstanding for its impact in terms of its reach and significance, and 91.5% of our research output has been rated as worldleading or internationally significant. The School of Psychology at Cardiff University is one of the largest in Britain, with an academic teaching staff of 48 (including 29 professors), a further 50 research and 34 professional service staff. We attract in excess of 7 million annually in outside funding for our research activities. The School runs a three-year Psychology degree programme, and a four-year Psychology with Professional Placement programme. In the most recent Government inspection, the quality of teaching and the provision of these programmes was awarded the highest rating of Excellent. Approximately 200 students each year start the undergraduate degree programmes. The School also runs a one-year MSc in Neuroimaging, professional three-year postgraduate programmes in Clinical Psychology and Educational Psychology, as well as having approximately 80 students carrying out research for their doctorates. The School is located in a modern building near attractive parkland, the Students Union, the library facilities and several modern University residences. It is just a few minutes walk from the city centre shops. The School has numerous purpose-built laboratories for research, coupled with outstanding teaching laboratories. It enjoys productive links with nearby industry and hospitals. Learning at the frontiers of knowledge Cardiff School of Psychology has emerged as the leading department of its kind in the UK. The School, one of the largest such departments in the UK, undertakes a diverse range of research, which has relevance to industry, commerce and public policy. Increasing levels of research income - a key indicator of its excellence and relevance - includes a threefold increase of awards from the Office of Science and Technology over recent years. Teaching Methods and Assessment Teaching methods range from the formal lecture to the independent research project, with practical classes, computer workshops, video demonstrations and tutorials. At the beginning of each academic year you will be given a course handbook for your particular year of study, which includes details of the methods of assessment used in your course and a course synopsis. There are various forms of in-course assessment; you will receive information about these at the beginning of each session. Small group teaching will allow you to develop your skills in presenting your arguments, setting out your ideas and communicating your newly acquired knowledge, through both the written and the spoken word. Exams are typically held at the end of each semester. Both degree programmes are assessed through a combination of coursework and traditional unseen timed examinations. Pos Institution GPA 1 University of Oxford 3.62 2 Cardiff University 3.52 3 University of Cambridge 3.51 4 University of York 3.46 5 Birkbeck College 3.45 6 Royal Holloway College and Bedford New College 3.44 7 Imperial College of Science Technology and Medicine 3.41 8 Unversity of Birmingham 3.41 9 Newcastle University 3.37 10 University of Sussex 3.36 Notes: This table shows the results of the most recent Research Assessment Exercise (RAE), carried out in December 2014. The RAE takes place approximately every five years, and involves independent panels of experts assessing the quality of research in UK universities and colleges. The table shows the Research Power of Psychology departments, calculated by multiplying the average rating of each member of research staff in the department by the number of staff submitted for rating. While the exact figures vary by year of study, approximately 35-45% of assessment is by coursework and the remainder by traditional examinations. Final year undergraduates undertake a research project that will draw on the research skills that they have learned. The project carries marks that contribute significantly to the final degree class. The School of Psychology provides exclusive state-of-the-art computing facilities to its students

The School 11 More online at: www.cardiff.ac.uk/psych Students have access to the very latest equipment Personal Tutors At the start of your first year, you will be assigned a personal tutor, who is a member of the academic staff of the School. Personal tutors are there to advise on academic, nonacademic and personal matters in a confidential and informal manner. We aim to overcome any problems, however big or small, as quickly as possible. PsyCardiff: Cardiff University s Psychology Society PsyCardiff is among the most active societies here at Cardiff University. The society consistently maintains Gold Award status, the highest award that can be given to any student society and was recently named the UK s Best University Society at the National Placement and Internship Awards. PsyCardiff is an inclusive, student-led society that gives you the chance to be part of a fun and tightknit community, here to support you and ensure that you have the most extraordinary time at university! To do this PsyCardiff provides you with an array of both social and academic opportunities. PsyCardiff s diverse range of socials, including our annual tripabroad, provides you with the opportunity to mix and mingle with fellow course mates. Additionally staff-student events give you the chance to see your tutors in various settings; from the sports pitch to the stage! Getting a job after graduation can seem like a daunting task, so we organise a series of careers-talks to make sure you know about all of the exciting places that a psychology degree from Cardiff can get you. If that s not enough, we also provide the extraordinary opportunity to attend the annual British Psychology Society s conference at a highly discounted and subsidised price, keeping you up to date with the world of psychology. Finally, PsyCardiff s well-established collaborations with various The School of Psychology volunteering organisations and charities enables you to gain that valuable experience that is often considered crucial for employment. So, if we have the pleasure of meeting you - be sure to get involved in all that PsyCardiff / Cardiff University s Psychology department has to offer! Wishing you the best of luck with your application and exams. Bethany Kirkland (President) and Andrew Sutton (Vice-President)

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Undergraduate Degree Programmes 13 Undergraduate Degree Programmes BSc Psychology (UCAS Code: C800) BSc Psychology with Professional Placement (UCAS Code: C810) The Psychology degree programmes have been designed to be stimulating, flexible and relevant to the needs of a career in psychology. As one of the largest psychology schools in Britain, the School has the flexibility, expertise and training to suit different purposes and interests. Cardiff is one of only a few universities in Britain to offer a four-year Psychology with Professional Placement degree programme. The School offers two undergraduate degrees. The Psychology programme is a three-year course, while the Psychology with Professional Placement programme is a four-year course. Both degree programmes are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) for chartered membership (GBC). We provide both formal and informal work spaces to you, and you will get lots of opportunities to work in groups or as part of a team Tracey Brandwood The Psychology with Professional Placement Programme is a great way for you to gain some excellent, relevant work experience while studying for your undergraduate degree. There is a wide range of different placements to choose from, both in the UK and abroad. I spent a year in Toronto working as a research assistant, which was a huge advantage when I was applying for postgraduate courses, since it gave me the chance to get relevant experience within a particular field. For me, working as a research assistant gave me great insight into what is expected of postgraduates, and also into the different types of research being conducted within my area of interest. For others it enabled them to work alongside a particular type of psychologist, which they found helpful when deciding what career path to take.

14 Undergraduate Degree Programmes Level 4 The beginning of a university course is an important period for any student. It is a period in which you will discover a new way of life and a new way of learning. Level 4 covers the first six months of the course, and is designed to give you a sound foundation in psychology research and psychological thinking. You will study three modules during Level 4. The Introduction to Psychology module will provide an introduction to psychological research in areas including social, cognitive, biological, and abnormal psychology, as well as research on individual differences. Current Topics in Psychological Research will introduce the principles of research design within the field of psychology. Research Methods in Psychology will introduce the conceptual underpinnings of statistical principles in a developmental sequence so as to help promote students overall understanding of the role of statistics, research methods and computing within psychology. Level 5 Level 5 covers the next 18 months of the course, and builds on the topics and issues covered during Level 4. It continues to develop important themes in contemporary psychology, while placing particular emphasis on critical thinking as well as the ability to interpret and integrate research findings and psychological theories. You will study nine modules during Level 5. Each of these modules focuses on a particular area of psychology, including developmental, cognitive, biological, abnormal, social, and perceptual psychology. Level 5 modules will develop and extend your understanding of each topic beyond what was covered in Level 4. Training in skills of research design, statistics and computing continues during Level 5. The Behavioural Neuroscience group investigates the biological basis of human behaviour

Undergraduate Degree Programmes 15 More online at: www.cardiff.ac.uk/psych Final Year In the final year, the School offers a choice from a range of modules. This gives students the opportunity to pursue the specific interests that they have developed during the previous years of their course. The specialized modules on offer in the final year allow students to go into topics in more depth, and cover the latest research in these areas. Typical Final Year Modules Stress and Disease Neuroscience of Learning & Memory Structural & Functional Neuroimaging Speech Communication The Development of Psychopathology and Criminality Attitudes and Attitude Change Work Psychology Animal Learning & Cognition Memory Processes & Memory Disorders Decision Making Vision and Action Environmental Psychology Emotion: Social and Neuroscience Perspectives Supervised Final Year Project All final year students will undertake a psychology research project. Students choose a research area and the precise project is decided in discussion with the supervisor. The project forms a large component of the final assessment, and gives students a chance to carry out brandnew research in an area in which they are interested. Professional Placement If you are taking a four-year Psychology with Professional Placement degree, you will spend your third year in a professional placement approved by the School, subject to availability. Students complete placements in diverse environments both in the UK and overseas. These include prisons, hospitals, research units at other universities, rehabilitation clinics, counselling centres, and industrial placements. Your progress is monitored by School staff and you must complete a report of your work. Study Abroad Opportunities We are very excited to offer you a chance to study abroad while working towards a Cardiff degree. We have paired up with Hong Kong University (HKU), one of the world s highest ranking universities, to offer you the opportunity to study Psychology while also immersing yourself in a completely different culture. Students participating in the HKU exchange will study their first semester in the second year in Hong Kong, taking courses that match the content offered in Cardiff (tuition and examination is in English). There are no additional fees to pay, and the exchange is supported by a bursary to cover travel costs. You also have the opportunity to go abroad in your placements (see Psychology with Professional Placement). Jenna Spinks If you are wondering whether you should have a year in a professional placement, then I would strongly suggest that you do. It is an experience you could not gain from anywhere else during your degree and a placement year can really help you stand out when you apply for jobs or places on postgraduate courses. I did a clinical placement. It was a year that I would not have wanted to miss out on, and the part of my degree that I have learnt the most from. It is an excellent way of putting what you are learning into practice. Researchers in the Perception & Action group use head-mounted displays and eye-trackers to study how sensory information is processed

Research 17 More online at: www.cardiff.ac.uk/psych Research Following the independent assessment of research quality in UK universities, the School achieved a top ranking indicating that it is undertaking research of international excellence. The School s strong reputation for the quality of the research that it conducts attracts research grants in excess of 7 million per year from a variety of sources. The research of the staff and postgraduate students leads to the publication of many articles in scientific journals. In order to undertake research, staff need to keep abreast of developments in their field and also to maintain modern research facilities. This is of direct benefit to you because their lectures will include the latest available knowledge and you will have access to modern research facilities for your practical project. The current research interests of the School are widespread and include the following areas: The effects of parental relations on childhood depression Psychological influences on fertility Studies of patients with brain damage and their ability to identify faces The effects of various drugs on learning and memory How our brains support remembering and forgetting Higher Degrees Cardiff School of Psychology has numerous students studying for a PhD or MPhil by research, as well as a number of postgraduate taught programmes: Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Doctorate in Educational Psychology MSc in Neuroimaging Methods and Applications Diploma in Psychology There are excellent opportunities for students to enter a PhD programme following completion of their undergraduate degree. Cardiff School of Psychology has a strong emphasis on research-led teaching and has a series of programmes that encourage undergraduates to consider a career in research. In particular, there are a variety of bursaries available for students to gain paid research experience working in a research laboratory in Cardiff School of Psychology during the summer between their second and third years of study. CUBRIC, Cardiff University's Brain Research and Imaging centre is a purpose-built high-profile facility and an integral part of the School of Psychology

18 Employability and Careers Employability and Careers The Psychology degrees at Cardiff will equip you with the skills you will need to embark on a wide range of possible careers. Careers in Psychology At the present time, graduates of the School have little difficulty in finding employment and enter an increasingly wide range of careers in both the public and private sectors. A Psychology degree is favoured by many potential employers because it reflects a university education which develops both literacy and numeracy skills. Psychologists are also employed on an increasingly wide scale in educational, health and social services, for which appropriate postgraduate training is essential. This is why many of our graduates go on to continue their studies and also why it is important that all of the School s programmes are recognised by the British Psychological Society. Careers and Employability Service The University offers a careers and employability service for students, graduates and postgraduates. You can access careers information, explore your options and speak to a consultant who can advise you of opportunities relating to your degree or preferred field, including advice on postgraduate degrees. The service offers guidance on preparing a CV and job applications and gives you the chance to meet and network with top graduate recruiters at Careers Fairs and events. If you are looking for work experience, the careers service can assist with planning and organising your placement. www.cardiff.ac.uk/carsv 32% 32% 36% Employment/Training Destinations of Cardiff Psychology Graduates Public Service 36% (e.g. NHS, Education) Professions / Commerce 32% Further Study 32%

International Students 19 International Students More online at: www.cardiff.ac.uk/psych www.cardiff.ac.uk/international Cardiff University has a long tradition of welcoming international students. With over 3,500 international students currently studying at Cardiff, representing over 100 countries, the University has a multi-cultural environment. We also have facilities to match, which include a strong International Office that offers help with visas, enrolment, finding accommodation and other practical matters that will make your life easier from the moment you apply to Cardiff. The School of Psychology is internationally recognised in both research and teaching, and we have a correspondingly wide range of students and staff from all over the world. Currently we have students from Malaysia, China, India, Canada and the USA, as well as students from many different European countries. We are proud to have such a diverse range of students attend our School and we make every effort to make their study here a rewarding experience. Scholarships Reserved for International Students We are keen to see as many high performing international students as possible at Cardiff and for this reason we offer School of Psychology scholarships to international students of full fee-paying status. Our scholarships are based on academic achievement and reward students who achieve excellence in their examinations. Those students who successfully obtain a scholarship receive a substantial reduction on fees for the following year. Please refer to the International Scholarships section of the Psychology web-page for more information and terms and conditions. Entry Requirements Our typical entry requirements for international students are AAB at A-level or 36 points in the International Baccalaureate, with 18 at Higher Level but we also accept local equivalents (a selection of requirements for the most common countries is shown below). We also require an english level equivalent to 6.5 in each area of IELTS, and evidence of competence in mathematics. Huey Ren Tan Studying in Cardiff is very enjoyable as it's a happening city, yet you can find peaceful getaways close by. You get the best of both worlds here - you can study hard first, relax, and party hard after that. I'm proud to say I'm living life to the full here! Hong Kong 5,5,4 in 3 electives of the HKDSE, 4 in English and Maths core subjects. India School-leaving certificate (Standard XII) with 85% overall No individual subjects below 70% Malaysia ABB in STPM SPM English 1119 Grade B or above accepted in lieu of IELTS Norway Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole (Upper Secondary Leaving Certificate) with a mark of at least 5.0 overall. This qualification should be endorsed with general studiekompetanse Singapore SIPCAL with ABB at H2 USA SAT1 with score of 600 or above in Maths and Critical Reading Grades 4 or 5 in two or more Advanced Placement tests We are proud to be a truly international School, both in terms of students and staff

20 Admissions Admissions To be considered for entry onto the course you should apply online via the UCAS website using the UCAS Apply facility. To use this facility you need to log on to: www.cardiff.ac.uk/for/prospective/ undergraduate/applying/admissionscriteria/psychology.html. The website will provide you with information on how to apply and explain the procedure. Applications should be made by 15th January. After we have received and considered your application, we may invite you to visit the School sometime during the period November to early March. There will not be a formal interview, but there will be a guided tour of the School, Students Union and campus. You will meet students and staff, providing us with the opportunity of getting to know more about you and enabling you to find out what life is like as a psychology student at Cardiff. Typical number of places available in the first year: 200 Typical number of applications: 1,000 Typical Entry Requirements A-level: A typical offer would be: AAA, A*AB or AAB. For applicants who have taken at least one of the following subjects Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics a typical offer would be AAB. General Studies is not acceptable at AS or A-level. WBQ: WBQ core will be accepted in lieu of one A-level (at the grades specified above). IB: 36 points overall, with a minimum of 18 at higher level. We welcome applications from overseas students and from students offering different qualifications as well as relevant work experience. Open Day Four University-wide Open Days are typically held throughout the year and provide the opportunity to visit all schools in addition to residences, the Students Union and sports facilities. Applicants to whom offers are made may also be invited to one of several Open Days run by the School of Psychology, which will provide more detailed information on the courses that we offer. The Admissions Tutors are very willing to discuss queries, either by email, telephone or letter.

21 More online at: www.cardiff.ac.uk/applyingtocardiff www.ucas.com www.cardiff.ac.uk/scholarships Equal Opportunities Cardiff University is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all of its practices and activities, including those relating to student recruitment, selection and admission. The University aims to establish an inclusive culture which welcomes and ensures equality of opportunity for applicants of all ages, ethnicities, disabilities, family structures, genders, nationalities, sexual orientations, races, religious or other beliefs, and socio-economic backgrounds. This commitment forms part of the Equality and Diversity Policy which is available at: www.cardiff.ac.uk/cocom/equalityanddiversity/ index.html Notes for Welsh Language Applicants We recognise that if you are a Welsh speaker you may feel more comfortable speaking to a Welsh speaking personal tutor. Provided there are Welsh speaking members of staff in your subject area, every effort will be made to allocate a Welsh speaker to you. If you wish, you can also submit your assessed work and take your examinations through the medium of Welsh, regardless of the language of tuition of the course you are following. Some of the accommodation at Senghennydd Court and Talybont North student residences has been allocated for Welsh speakers and learners who would like to be grouped together. If you would like to take advantage of this please make a note of this on your accommodation form. Applicants with Disabilities Cardiff School of Psychology welcomes applications from disabled students and admits all students on the basis of their academic abilities alone. We encourage students to disclose their disabilities and/or specific learning requirements to enable us to make the necessary reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability and would like to visit the School and talk to a member of staff about the courses we run and any specific requirements you may have, please feel free to contact us; Tel: 029 2087 6707 or Email: psychology-ug@cardiff.ac.uk Further information Student Advisory Service 50 Park Place CardiffCF10 3AT Tel: 029 2087 4844 Email: studentadvisory@cardiff.ac.uk Web: www.cardiff.ac.uk/advis Tuition Fees and Financial Assistance The University charges an annual fee which covers all tuition fees, registration and examinations other than the re-taking of examinations by applicants not currently registered. Please note charges for accommodation in University Residences are additional. Tuition Fees Please see the following website for more information: Scholarships and Bursaries For more information please visit the following website: www.cardiff.ac.uk/scholarships Useful websites for information about tuition fees and financial assistance: Cardiff University website: www.cardiff.ac.uk/fees Student Support Centre website: www.cardiff.ac.uk/financialsupport/index.html DfES Student Support web pages: www.dfes.gov.uk/studentsupport/ Student Finance Wales: www.studentfinancewales.co.uk Student Finance England: www.studentfinanceengland.co.uk Student Loans Company www.slc.co.uk International Students Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are usually released in February/March. Details will be published on the following website: www.cardiff.ac.uk/international Alternatively you may contact the International Office, tel: +44 (0)29 2087 4432, for more information. This brochure is printed on paper sourced from sustainably managed sources using vegetablebased inks. Both the paper used in the production of this brochure and the manufacturing process are FSC certified. The printers are also accredited to ISO14001, the internationally recognised environmental standard. When you have finished with this brochure it can be recycled, but please consider passing it onto a friend or leaving it in your careers library for others to use. Thank you. This document can also be made available in large print (text), Braille and on audio tape/cd. To request an alternative format, please contact Laura Roberts: Tel: 029 2087 4455 Email: RobertsL9@cardiff.ac.uk

To find out more about the Cardiff School of Psychology, please visit our website www.cardiff.ac.uk meet our students Got questions about student life? Get them answered at: www.cardiff.ac.uk/insiders Some of our current students are sharing their experiences online through their Facebook pages, so if you want to know what life as a student at Cardiff is really like, then you can find out now. There is also lots of information about what is happening in Cardiff, including articles written by our students, videos, and much more. Enquiries Tel: 029 2087 6707 Email: psychology-ug@cs.cardiff.ac.uk Undergraduate Enquiries School of Psychology Cardiff University Queen's Buildings Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT Stay in touch Find us: facebook.com/cardiffuniug Follow us: @cardiffuniug