All candidates must follow the application procedure as shown in how to apply. The information below gives specific details for students applying for this course.
Written work
You do not need to submit any written work as part of an application for this course.
Written tests
All candidates must take the Thinking Skills Assessment (TSA), normally at their own school or college, on 6 November 2013. Separate registration for this test is required and the final deadline for entries is 15 October 2013. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure that they are registered for this test. See website for further details.
What are tutors looking for?
In addition to a very good track record of academic achievement, tutors are keen to see whether you appreciate the scope of scientific psychology, can evaluate evidence, are able to consider issues from different perspectives, have a capacity for logical and creative thinking, appreciate the importance of empirical evidence in supporting arguments, and could cope with the quantitative demands of the course.
Selection criteria
Candidates may wish to refer to the selection criteria for Experimental Psychology.
