Author Bios |
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Preface |
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Part 1 PSYCHOLOGY AS A DEGREE |
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1 What is a Psychology Degree? |
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Psychology as a Social and Biological Science |
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The British Psychological Society |
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What Should I Expect in a Psychology Degree? |
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2 Settling into Life at University |
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How does a University Work? |
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Self-Discipline: Attending Classes and Being Responsible |
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The Role of Self-Reflection |
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Being a Member of the Local Community |
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3 Learning to Study at University |
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The Purpose of Assessment |
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Contributing to Group Learning |
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Getting the Most out of Lectures and Small-Group Teaching |
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Placements and Work-Based Learning |
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What is Academic Integrity and How do I Maintain It? |
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Effective Use of Information Technology (IT) |
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4 Assessment at University: Developing your Learning Skills |
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Writing Practical Reports |
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Learning and Doing Statistics |
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How is my Degree Classification Calculated? |
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5 Employability Skills: What Are Employers Looking For? |
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Problem Solving and Creativity |
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Part 4 EMPLOYMENT AND BEYOND |
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6 Careers in Professional Psychology |
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British Psychological Society (BPS) Chartered Pathways |
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Neuroscience and Neuropsychology |
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Sports and Exercise Psychology |
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7 Careers Outside of Professional Psychology |
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Childcare and Education Professions |
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Organisational Management, Business and Human Resources |
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211 | (3) |
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Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations |
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Public Sector - Social Workers, Police and the Civil Service |
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Legal, Social and Welfare Professions |
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Health-Related Professions: Counselling, Psychotherapists and Psychology Wellbeing Practitioners |
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8 Further Study in Academia |
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234 | (7) |
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241 | (8) |
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9 Improve your Life with your Knowledge of Psychology |
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What Aspects of my Psychology Knowledge Can I Use in Everyday Life? |
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251 | (3) |
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254 | (3) |
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257 | (2) |
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How to Stay Focused on Long-Term Goals |
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261 | (3) |
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264 | (2) |
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266 | (3) |
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Index |
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