Aston Diploma in Psychology

Programme outline and modules

• Research Methods & Statistics – an introduction to research design and methodologies, descriptive and inferential statistics
• Introduction to Psychology I – an introduction to the major schools of thought in psychology and to developmental psychology in particular.
• Introduction to Psychology II – an introduction to social, cognitive and biological psychology.

*Modules are also offered separately as Aston Certificates for those who already have some psychology credits but lack the required 60 credits for entry onto a conversion programme.  The fee for each 20 credit module is £440 for Home/EU students and £1,660 for International students . If you wish to apply just for one or two modules, please apply on-line for Aston Diploma in Psychology and mention in your personal statement about how many modules you would like to study.

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Entry requirements

Applications are considered on an individual basis, but applicants without an honours degree would be expected to have three good A Levels or equivalent (typically A Levels grades BBB) and GCSE English, grade C, and Mathematics grade B.

Alternatively, students must possess a good honours degree (minimum 2:2) from a UK or overseas institution in any subject and GSCE Mathematics (grade C or above)  

International students whose first language is not English must demonstrate a satisfactory command of English language. They should meet our minimum English language requirement by taking one of the following tests:

• IELTS. Minimum requirement - 6.5 overall, 6.0 in each area.

• TOEFL IBT. Minimum requirement - 100 overall, (21 in listening and writing, 22 in reading and 23 in speaking).

• Pearson Academic. Minimum requirement - 61 overall, 59 in each area.

We do not accept a Password test.

Learning, teaching & assessment

• Powerpoint presentations with accompanying audio commentary by the lecturer
• Self assessment quizzes and exercises
• Recommended reading (usually available electronically)
• Discussion boards
• Video

Assessment is via continuous assessment through coursework (e.g., online quizzes and essays). There are two assessments per module which have a set deadline.  There is no requirement to be logged on the system at a specific time; however you will need to ensure you meet the deadlines which have been set.

Career opportunities

Personal development

By successfully completing the programme, students will acquire the following:

• Good oral and written communication skills

• The ability to undertake self-directed study and project management

• Competence in the use of information technology for word processing, data handling, communication and information gathering.

Facilities & equipment

Course director

Dr Edward Walford.

Teaching staff