What are the views of psychology students?
Students generally express positive and negative sentiments towards their psychology course. Many appreciate the enthusiastic and supportive lecturers who are perceived as knowledgeable in their fields. Some students value the opportunity to specialise in specific areas of psychology and enjoy the variety of assessment options.
However, some students feel that the course is too focused on memorisation rather than true understanding, with too much emphasis on exams and not enough on practical skills. Others express frustration with the online exam format, which they find chaotic and stressful. Some students also feel that the statistics element of the course should be taught earlier in the term.
Regarding support, some students praise the pastoral care and wellbeing services provided by their department, citing specific staff members who have positively impacted their mental health. However, others feel that there is not enough support for students struggling with anxiety and depression.
Some students also express concerns about the relevance of certain modules to real-world applications, feeling that they are being forced to study topics that will not be useful in their future careers. Others appreciate the flexibility to choose from various modules and the opportunity to engage in research projects.
Overall, students value the support and enthusiasm of their lecturers but feel that course structure, assessment methods, and relevance to real-world applications can be improved.