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Studying Psychology and Language Sciences at UCL offers you a genuinely multidisciplinary approach to the scientific study of the human mind and communication. Staff are engaged in cutting-edge research that underpins our teaching on modules in psychology, speech sciences, linguistics and sign languages and deaf studies.
Key Information
- Faculty
- Brain Sciences
- Department website
- Psychology and Language Sciences
- Availability
- Year, Fall Term, Spring Term
- English language level
- Level 2 - see English language requirements for more details.
- Tuition fees
- see Tuition fees for more information
- GPA requirement
- 3.3
- Subject/Module requirements
- Applicants are expected to have an academic background relevant to the programme.
Why study Psychology and Language Sciences at UCL?
UCL is known worldwide for its teaching and research in the fields of psychology, speech sciences, linguistics, deaf studies and neuroscience. Teaching and research are closely linked, ensuring you will be exposed to the most up-to-date discoveries and techniques. You can study a range of modules to match your own interests or take modules in one of our specialist areas: communication disorders; sign language and deaf studies; speech sciences.
What you will gain from study at UCL
You will gain theoretical knowledge and practical analytical skills that provide an exceptional basis for further study, research or career opportunities which cross the boundaries of the areas of human psychology and communication. Being in the heart of central London also allows you to experience life in one of the best student cities in the world.
Teaching and assessment
Teaching is normally delivered through lectures and, in many but not all cases, laboratory classes or small-group tutorials. Fall Term students will be assessed on the basis of coursework and/or essays. Full Year and Spring Term students will sit final examinations in April/May.
Modules in Psychology and Language Sciences
Please note that this guide lists a range of popular modules offered as a representative sample. It is not exhaustive and, since the guide is published ahead of time, module options may have changed, been deleted or replaced. If you have very specific study needs or require confirmation of module availability for 2024/25, you are strongly advised to get in touch with the relevant Affiliate contact, listed on this subject page, before making an application.
Level 1 (FHEQ 4) modules
| Module code | Title | Availability | US Credits | ECTS Credits | UCL Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PALS0007 | Perception, Attention and Learning | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| PALS0008 | Memory | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| PALS0009 | Introduction to Speech Science | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| PALS0011 | Neural Basis of Perception, Memory and Language | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
Level 2 (FHEQ 5) modules
| Module code | Title | Availability | US Credits | ECTS Credits | UCL Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PALS0040 | Language and Communication | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
Level 3 (FHEQ 6) modules
| Module code | Title | Availability | US Credits | ECTS Credits | UCL Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PALS0032 | Deaf Culture and Identities | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| PALS0044 | Language and Communication in Dementia | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
Level 3/4 (FHEQ 6/7) modules
| Module code | Title | Availability | US Credits | ECTS Credits | UCL Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PALS0003 | Rehabilitation of Acquired Neurogenic Communication Difficulties | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| PALS0004 | Conversation Analysis | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| PALS0015 | Perspectives on Clinical Psychology | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| PALS0016 | Developmental Disorders of Language Learning and Cognition | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| PALS0019 | Brain Stimulation | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| PALS0020 | Deafness, Cognition and Language | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| PALS0039 | Introduction to deep learning for speech and language processing | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| PALS0042 | Bilingualism and Second Language Acquisition | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
Level 2/3/4 (FHEQ 5/6/7)
| Module code | Title | Availability | US Credits | ECTS Credits | UCL Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PALS0029 | The Human Voice: Speech, Emotions, Identity | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
Contact details
- Name
- Caroline Newton
- bscpals.admin@ucl.ac.uk
- Telephone
- +44 (0)20 7679 8674