The BAdvSci(Hons)BDes conjoint is designed for students who are keen on scientific research and wish to progress to postgraduate study. For the Design component, you will focus on developing practical solutions for current challenges and future scenarios. The Design courses encourage system analysis, prototype development and iterative testing to create appropriate, sustainable solutions for products, services and innovation. Within the Advanced Science side of the conjoint, you will have the opportunity to focus on a research area that interests you, including a final year independent project under the mentorship of an academic. You’ll choose one of the following specialisations: Chemistry, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Ecology, Environmental Change, Geology, Marine Science, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Statistics. Most graduates of the BAdvSci(Hons) programme have an interest in pursuing postgraduate scientific study or advanced research careers. With the support of creative problem-solving and design skills, you will be uniquely positioned to explore and translate the real potential and application of new scientific discoveries.Psychology is a fascinating and wide-ranging subject that varies from a scientific to more personal approach. Psychologists create theories based on data and the analysis of simple behaviour – from that observed in animals to the more complex verbal emotional responses of people. Psychology can be strongly theoretical or highly practical. Research in the School of Psychology is focused in areas such as social psychology, cognitive neuroscience, child development, learning, and psychological and developmental disabilities. Laboratory or field work is an important part of psychology, and you will develop practical skills in these areas.