What you will need
You will need a laptop for this course.
Why take this course?
You will experience engaging and varied learning activities, including practical research projects and discussions on real-world psychological theories and concepts. You’ll explore areas like individual and social behaviour, gaining insight into how psychology applies to everyday life. This course encourages critical thinking, collaborative learning, and independent study, offering a supportive environment to develop both academic and personal skills.
Taught through blended delivery. Each week, learners will have one two-hour class in College and one two-hour session for directed self-study in which they will complete classwork.
This qualification is not exam based and instead is continually assessed throughout the year. All units should be passed for successful completion.
What you will experience
Units will include:
- Psychology: Research (J2D0 76)
- Psychology: Individual Behaviour (J2D2 76)
- Psychology: Social Behaviour (J2D4 76)
Entry requirements
Learners will be working at SCQF level 6 so it is suggested they have SCQF level 5 qualifications or equivalent. Life experience and employment will also be considered.
What you will get
NPA Psychology SCQF Level 6
Opportunities
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to several universities across Scotland and strong relationships with industry employers.
Education at NESCol
This qualification could count towards the entry requirements for HNC Social Sciences with Criminology.
Student Stories
Caelsa Sim
Social Sciences
HNC Social Sciences
“I wanted to show my son that anything is possible, and I got a great sense of achievement from attending classes, studying, and learning something new.”
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Shania Anderson
Social Sciences
HNC Social Sciences
“It’s been a journey to get to where I am, even becoming a mum in between, but I’m so happy I’ve done it!”
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Jackie Thompson
Social Sciences
HND Social Sciences
“I met a lot of lovely people on the course, some were adult returners like me, but I also got on well with a lot of the younger students and we had some excellent discussions and debates. “
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Aiden Barney
Social Sciences
HND Social Sciences
“I really came out of my shell throughout my years of studying and have made many memories!”
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Charlie Third
Social Sciences
HND Social Sciences
“I’d advocate the brilliant experience that is North East Scotland College to anyone thinking about returning to learning. “
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Zoe Frieslick
Social Sciences
HND Social Sciences
“NESCol gave me the knowledge, skills, and most importantly, the self-belief to continue my studies at university.”
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Robyn Blacklaw
Social Sciences
HND Social Sciences
“I absolutely loved my time at NESCol. It was a much better fit for me than school and a great environment to learn in.
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Kirsten Koss
Social Sciences
HND Social Sciences
“I’m so glad that I came to NESCol because it really has been a life changing experience. I think Social Sciences is a great place to be if you’re curious about the world or if there’s something that really frustrates you about the system and you’d really like to see it change. Studying an HND in Social Sciences really helped me to see the world in a better light. The department has such down to earth, friendly, normal staff and I would jump at the chance to finish my studies at the college if I could. Choose College – it really is a wonderful place!”
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Hollie Dunn
Social Sciences
HND Social Sciences
“My time at college helped me see that I actually wanted to study psychology at university rather than a more broad-based social sciences course. If I hadn’t gone to college first, I wouldn’t have had the chance to discover that so I’m really glad I had the opportunity to properly explore the subject area before making a final decision.”
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Dean McGlynn
Social Sciences
HND Social Sciences
“I found my time at college to be the perfect link between leaving school and starting university. The course was interesting, the assessments were rigorous and gave me the skills to work alone, as well as part of a group, which served me well at university. The lecturers were engaging and treated students as adults which created a good atmosphere for learning.”
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