I've seen many students go into a psychology degree just because they're interested in the field in general but don't give much thought into what they're actually going to do with the degree after they graduate. I would say to try to figure out what it is you're interested in as soon as possible (research, behavioral health, etc.) because you absolutely need to prepare while you're in school with internships, volunteer experience, and GRE studying if you're planning to go on to a master's or PhD program. Most careers in the field of psychology require a master's degree if you want to be able to diagnose patients or provide psychotherapy. Just some things to think about =)
I'm in my first semester of my bachelor of psychological sciences. I'm absolutely loving it. I'm in Australia, but from what you've said it all so far seems to be pretty much the same.
I'm in my third year of psychology in York and I found everything you said to be spot on! Such an informative video that I'm sure will be extremely useful to people considering going into psychology x
I'm a psychology major from Canada and it's so interesting to me to see the differences between how psychology is taught in the UK vs in Canada! Here we are allowed to specifically take classes on what you were interested in! Currently I'm in a seminar (a super in depth class) called Psychopathology! That's my interest and we are able to take specific classes like that, such as forensic psych, criminal behaviour, ect
Agree! Mine were: A) It’s expensive. It was around $100,000 for 4 years here. Not including text books or additional resources like statistic software etc. B) It’s a long time to be a clinical psychologist (7 years here) C) It’s not as exciting to learn as you think, even if you’re so deeply interested in it. I had such a strong love for psychology but it dimmed my love a bit.. D) It’s so difficult to study psychology online, go onto campus as it’s much more beneficial and a better environment to learn. Having people to interact with, bounce ideas off, argue points and form self opinion is so much more fun and beneficial to learning. E) It is a helpful degree. I landed my dream job without finishing my bachelors (2 out of 4 years) just because I have a better understanding of people, how people think, developmental psychology, cognitive behavioural studies, mental health and neuroscience. It’s a very transferable course!! F) Statistics suck. But they are actually useful to know!
I think everyone should at least take an intro to psych class. It’s super interesting. Stats was my downfall, I just could not wrap my head around that either. I switched my undergrad degree from music, to psychology, to criminal justice, and now I’m working on my Masters in Advanced Counterterrorism. 👌🏻 This was a great video! I love when people show their passions.
I'm in my last year of highschool in Egypt and I was thinking of going into Psycological arts as plan B if i never get accepted in translation. so thanks so much for opening my eyes to what my degree might give me!
I wanted to do a psychology a level in college as a teenager but couldn't be accepted because I didn't have the entry requirements:( I wonder as an adult learner that it is different now?
i've just started my second year doing a BSc Hons in psychology and it's not what I thought it would be like - I enjoy it and studied it at A level, but it's still different. Did I ever think I would have to study the nervous system and learn what the parasympathetic nervous system is?? no x
Hannah G it depends on what exam board you’re on too! some of my friends have never heard of the studies I did at A level so it can really vary! first year will make sure everyone on the course kinda has equal knowledge anyway:)
Hey! I'm about to start a degree in psychology with the open university. I became interested in psychology from reading (as a kind of hobby) people like Jung, Freud, Adler, Piaget etc. Basically the great clinicians of the 20th century but especially Jung. My question is- how much should I expect to explore these guys in my degree? Do most general degrees even cover the theories of these older specialists or are their beliefs sort of assimilated into the coursework? Love the channel, cheers!
I've seen many students go into a psychology degree just because they're interested in the field in general but don't give much thought into what they're actually going to do with the degree after they graduate. I would say to try to figure out what it is you're interested in as soon as possible (research, behavioral health, etc.) because you absolutely need to prepare while you're in school with internships, volunteer experience, and GRE studying if you're planning to go on to a master's or PhD program. Most careers in the field of psychology require a master's degree if you want to be able to diagnose patients or provide psychotherapy. Just some things to think about =)
I'm in my first semester of my bachelor of psychological sciences. I'm absolutely loving it.
I'm in Australia, but from what you've said it all so far seems to be pretty much the same.
I'm in my third year of psychology in York and I found everything you said to be spot on! Such an informative video that I'm sure will be extremely useful to people considering going into psychology x
I'm a psychology major from Canada and it's so interesting to me to see the differences between how psychology is taught in the UK vs in Canada! Here we are allowed to specifically take classes on what you were interested in! Currently I'm in a seminar (a super in depth class) called Psychopathology! That's my interest and we are able to take specific classes like that, such as forensic psych, criminal behaviour, ect
wow i would love to have that lux!
Agree! Mine were:
A) It’s expensive. It was around $100,000 for 4 years here. Not including text books or additional resources like statistic software etc.
B) It’s a long time to be a clinical psychologist (7 years here)
C) It’s not as exciting to learn as you think, even if you’re so deeply interested in it. I had such a strong love for psychology but it dimmed my love a bit..
D) It’s so difficult to study psychology online, go onto campus as it’s much more beneficial and a better environment to learn. Having people to interact with, bounce ideas off, argue points and form self opinion is so much more fun and beneficial to learning.
E) It is a helpful degree. I landed my dream job without finishing my bachelors (2 out of 4 years) just because I have a better understanding of people, how people think, developmental psychology, cognitive behavioural studies, mental health and neuroscience. It’s a very transferable course!!
F) Statistics suck. But they are actually useful to know!
Hello! What was your dream job?
I think everyone should at least take an intro to psych class. It’s super interesting. Stats was my downfall, I just could not wrap my head around that either. I switched my undergrad degree from music, to psychology, to criminal justice, and now I’m working on my Masters in Advanced Counterterrorism. 👌🏻 This was a great video! I love when people show their passions.
I'll be graduating this December with my BS in Psychology
Hello! How is life after college with a degree in psychology? Did you find some kind of job? I’m planning on getting a BA in psychology in college.
Yesss girl I’ve just graduated in Psychology this July too!!
I'm in my last year of highschool in Egypt and I was thinking of going into Psycological arts as plan B if i never get accepted in translation. so thanks so much for opening my eyes to what my degree might give me!
My career path is culinary arts I love cooking food for people. 😊😌🥘🍴🙌🏻
Love that ❤️
I wanted to do a psychology a level in college as a teenager but couldn't be accepted because I didn't have the entry requirements:( I wonder as an adult learner that it is different now?
I like listen to you speak, Im playin playlist of you to go to sleep :D
Not in a bad way
i've just started my second year doing a BSc Hons in psychology and it's not what I thought it would be like - I enjoy it and studied it at A level, but it's still different. Did I ever think I would have to study the nervous system and learn what the parasympathetic nervous system is?? no x
That’s pretty interesting you say that bc I’ve just finished a level psych and the nervous system was all part of it
Hannah G no way! I never studied it at A level, the biology side of it was focused more on the brain etc
molly may I guess they changed it then😂 feeling super prepped for my psych degree starting next year now!
Hannah G it depends on what exam board you’re on too! some of my friends have never heard of the studies I did at A level so it can really vary! first year will make sure everyone on the course kinda has equal knowledge anyway:)
Hey! I'm about to start a degree in psychology with the open university. I became interested in psychology from reading (as a kind of hobby) people like Jung, Freud, Adler, Piaget etc. Basically the great clinicians of the 20th century but especially Jung. My question is- how much should I expect to explore these guys in my degree? Do most general degrees even cover the theories of these older specialists or are their beliefs sort of assimilated into the coursework? Love the channel, cheers!
Well done I'm so happy for you so what is your plan now then? I wish you a very happy prosperous future xx
I’m in my final year of a levels and I’m thinking about going into psychodynamic therapy cos I just find Freud so interesting😂😂
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