5 Things I Wish I Knew as an Undergraduate Psychology Student

Here are 5 things I wish I knew as an undergraduate Psychology student.

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[flawlesly]

Personally I think it’s very possible to publish an article on your own, HOWEVER it sure looks better when you’re associated with an university, an organisation, etc. Great tips btw!! 😇

[LungeloMajola]

Well i'm an undergrad student (first year in 2023) majoring in psych. This video actually helped me as i was working part time at retail:( which means i was wasting my time kinda but atleast i found your video early:) now i can go look for another place to obtain experience.THANK YOU SM, YOU ARE A STAR.

[marianna]

Truth! I really wish lecturers in the department were more knowledgeable about careers in psychological professions: in particular, about the many roles that exist besides the CP doctorate, and the immense value of gaining experience in caring roles (this would be way more helpful than them saying "clinical is too competitive, don't bother").
With regards to publications, it is never too late to try and submit to a journal. I published mine, but it isn't something that I discussed with my supervisor or considered until after finishing my degree. Again, I wish that this was something that was talked about and encouraged more by faculty :)

[plainbobnat]

I'm a mature student. I watched your video about 18 months ago when I was first thinking about doing my psychology conversion (due to qualify in summer 24). Just wanted to say even as a mature student I have found your videos super helpful. Especially the one you did on Leeds Clearing House - I would never have guessed psychology would have been so different from my original profession (nursing) in terms of how the courses are structured and how you go about making sure you have the best possible chance.

[PhoebeJones]

I’m currently a first year psych student! I really loved watching this, Thankyou xx :)

[charlotte]

You could do a video on what a clinical psychologist actually is, as many people seem to think that a counsellor or therapist are the same thing as a clinical psychologist

[joditill]

Hey, only found you today, these videos are so helpful. I would love a video on what to expect heading into your second year :)

[louise_bate]

I’m starting my psychology undergrad this year so thank u for the tips 😊

[aliceford]

This was so good, tips on dissertation and making the most of a final year supervisor?

[elleevans]

I have been on a gap year before uni, I am underprepared for everything aha. Videos like what you need to buy for actual lessons, I am staying at home and all i can find is stuff to buy for moving out. i also have no clue about any terminology or lay out of how you get tested and it stresses me out lol.

[charlotte]

Amazing video!! Suggestions - Advice for a first year undergrad going into second year, advice for someone trying to decide between clinical psych or research/lecturing as a career. Basically deciding where you want to take your psych degree

[jshawncook]

Hey undergrad psych student watching here! I was wondering whether an undergrad could carry out their own credited research and publish a research paper so the publish your dissertation tip was extra helpful! Could you perhaps include a video on advice on how to gain more experience as an undergrad looking for summer placements etc? What your experience was in finding your niche in psych / narrowing it down as it is quite a broad field?? Love the video !

[kellychoi]

Amazing video!!! Can you make a video about taking notes and writing essay in psychology degree. That will be really helpful xx

[gustavovelten]

thank you for the video very helpful content !

[PsychologyCast]

Great video, love the bit of deleting notes, back them up!

[jonnyw]

I graduated this year with a first in psychology and cognitive neuroscience at a Russel group uni and am really struggling to find anything relevant for the field. So many roles require a year experience, and the ones that don't pay considerably less than my job at tesco rn so wondering if its worth just waiting to do a masters! really stuck on what to do!!

[priya_jha]

Hi Sharon, enjoying your content ❤️❤️❤️ 🙏

[Hannah]

Despite getting a distinction for my undergrad experiment, I'm not proud of it so I can't imagine submitting it for publication! The topic isn't great in my opinion and could've been better.

[jungleboyz]

Very helpful video, I appreciate the advice Sharon. How have you found the career path thus far? If you don't mind me being too inquisitive.😊

[chloescott]

I wish I had this video during my undergrad!