Explore the complexity of the human mind and emotions with this challenging course.
Our BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology will open the door to a variety of opportunities, including providing the foundation needed for a career as a Chartered Psychologist.
Applied Psychology will allow you to learn about psychological theory and research and how this applies to the real world. You’ll study the challenges facing individuals, society, businesses and educators – and graduate equipped to make an impact and improve many aspects of human life.
In the final year, you’ll have the opportunity to specialise in a preferred area of study. Depending on your chosen modules and research project, you can graduate with one of the following:
BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology (Counselling)
BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology (Forensic)
BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology (Health)
BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology (Sport and Exercise).
The course also offers a strong foundation for personal and professional growth, leading to increased self-awareness and many other characteristics sought by employers.
All course pathways are accredited by the British Psychological Society and meet the requirements for Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) and Graduate Level Membership with the Society.
There are also opportunities to spend a trimester abroad and the option of studying a biology or social science subject during the course.
Why choose this course?
Start your first steps with a degree that meets the accreditation requirements of the British Psychological Society.
Study a degree which focuses on learning that can be applied to the real world across psychology professions.
You will have the option to tailor modules towards specialist areas.
Careers
This course is your first step to becoming a Chartered Psychologist with the highest standard of psychological knowledge and expertise.
To become a Chartered Psychologist, you must complete further study and practice in a particular area.
Our BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology course offers specialism in four of these areas:
Counselling
Forensic
Health
Sport and Exercise Psychology
Psychology is valued across other exciting careers such as teaching, police work, management, human resouces and marketing. You could also make a difference through research, influencing effective interventions and tackling stigma around important issues such as mental health.
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
The following entry points are available for this course:
Health and Science Health
Healthcare Science
Science Health and Science
Level 1: HNC in relevant subject with graded unit C.
Level 2: HNC Social Sciences 15 credits with graded unit B to include units - Psychology A, B and Research Methods OR Next Gen HNC Social Sciences Achieved with Merit to include units - Psychology A, B and An Evidence based Approach to Social Problems.
Level 3: HND Social Science with graded units BBB to include units - Psychology A, B , C, D and Research Methods OR Next Gen HND Social Sciences Achieved with Merit to include units - Psychology A, B, C, D and An Evidence based Approach to Social Problems could be the replacement to Research and Methodology.
We welcome applicants with a relevant Access to HE Diploma
Accepted as equivalent to one Higher at grade B as part of the overall grade profile of Highers required for entry. Any essential subjects at Higher should still be achieved in addition to the Foundation Apprenticeship.
SWAP Access to Humanities/Primary Education/Social Sciences/Science with minimum profile ABB
University of Glasgow Access Course (including Psychology) on grades BB
University of Strathclyde Pre-Entry Access Course – 60% or above
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with no element below 5.5 |
Higher ESOL at C also considered
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9790* | |
| Scotland | £1820* | |
| EU & International | £15700* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional costs may apply to students on this programme. Please check the fees and funding section of the programme page on the GCU website for specific details.
The fees and financial support that are relevant to you depend on where you lived before coming to university.
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