Bachelor B.Sc Psychology (Regular) At UCC

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior, according to the American Psychological Association.

Psychology is a multifaceted discipline and includes many sub-fields of study such areas as human development, sports, health, clinical, social behavior, and cognitive processes.

Entry Requirements: 

Applicants must have good passes in three (3) elective subjects in any of the following elective areas: Science, Business or General Arts.

Goal / Objectives: 

The goal of this programme is to train psychology students who will have the requisite competencies that will enable them to function as psychology assistants in all sectors or agencies that support nation building.

The objectives of the programme are to prepare psychologists assistants who can:

Provide services to schools and learners at various levels of the educational system.

Competently function for the health and mental rehabilitation institutions.

Provide human interaction skills within the security services.

Serve in community development sectors of the economy to promote well-being.

Career Opportunities: 

Science teachers continue to be in high demand all over the world. Considering the fact that, graduates from the programme are exposed to a vast field of endeavors in the area of physical sciences that makes it easier for them to branch into careers in industry and research work outside the classroom.