The British Psychology Society
(BPS) is the representative body for psychology and psychologists in the UK,
and it aim is to promote excellence and ethical practice in the science,
education, and application of the discipline (2011, bps.org.uk).
Our BSc Psychology degree is
accredited by the BPS. This accreditation means that our programme has passed
the rigorous criteria of the BPS, and indicates that when you graduate, you
will have a depth and breadth of knowledge in Psychology to continue on to
further study and careers. You will also be eligible for Graduate Basis for
Chartered Membership (GBC) of the Society if you graduate with a minimum 2:2 degree
qualification and pass your final year dissertation research project (PSY600
Research Project in Psychology).
Student membership
We also encourage you to become
student members of the BPS. Membership is not open to everyone – you have
special access because you are studying on a BPS-accredited undergraduate
degree. Benefits of student membership include:
- subscription to The Psychologist, the monthly magazine
- careers advice and guidance
- events opportunities
- platforms for knowledge exchange with like-minded students
and academics
- insights from research
- access to
the latest developments in psychology
- discounts
and savings on events, textbooks, and more
As a student member, you can
join one of the many different divisions and sections of the BPS that match
your interests, which will also give you access to conferences in those areas.
For an overview, please see https://www.bps.org.uk/member-networks
Please visit https://www.bps.org.uk/student-membership
for more information.
Undergraduate award
The BPS generously funds a prize to one student graduating
every year: the student who achieved the highest overall score in the BSc
programme will be awarded the BPS Undergraduate Award. This consists of a copy
of the Society’s winning book of that year, a commemorative certificate, and a
year’s free graduate membership of the BPS. You can find more information on the BPS website.
Undergraduate Research Assistantship Scheme
The BPS also supports a set of around 20 student researchers
across the UK to further their training through means of an undergraduate
research apprenticeship during the summer break before their final year.
Students would take part in a 6-8 week research placement with an academic
supervisor in the department, during which they engage in a specific scientific
research project. Those students who are selected the bursary will be given a
stipend of £270 a week, and will be given extensive research training and
experience. More information can be found on the Research
Assistantship page on the BPS website.
