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Applied Psychology

  • BA (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time
  • 7 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Main Site - Aberdeen
Awarded by:
Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen
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Course summary

The Applied Psychology degree from Robert Gordon University covers the scientific study of the brain and behaviour, and will explore how we interact with the world around us. Social science encompasses a range of fascinating disciplines. Psychology is one that is well-known and topical with a practical application.

This course is delivered by a small, friendly, research-active staff group.

In your first two years you will study a range of social science modules. This initial grounding will be invaluable for exploring the real-world applications of psychology, before you specialise in psychology-based modules and tailoring your degree according to your interests. Additionally, you will be developing a series of transferable skills that will be vital for your future career.

Please note that advanced entry is not available for this course at present.

This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site - Aberdeen

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 7 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
L311
Institution code:
R36
Campus name:
Main Site - Aberdeen
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2, 3

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
L311
Institution code:
R36
Campus name:
Main Site - Aberdeen
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)

A relevant HNC or HND from one of our partner colleges will be considered for entry into Year 2 or 3 subject to meeting requirements.

All other applicants who are interested in applying for advanced entry will be considered on an individual basis.

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
BCC

To include a written subject requiring the use of English.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM

in a relevant subject

Access to HE Diploma
M: 45 credits P: 15 credits

Pass 60 credits to include at least 45 credits at Level 3 grade merit from a relevant diploma

Scottish Higher
BBBC

To include a written subject requiring the use of English.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
27 points

To include a Higher Level written subject requiring the use of English.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2, H3, H3, H3

To include a written subject requiring the use of English.

Scottish HNC
Pass

Relevant HNC for entry to year 2

Scottish HND
Pass

Relevant HND with B in the graded unit for entry to year 3

Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass

May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers

T Level
Pass (C and above)

Accepted in combination with A Level English/written subject at grade C.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Scottish Higher BCCC

BBC/BCCC to include a written subject requiring the use of English

English language requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English should have an Academic IELTS (International English Language Testing System) of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5.

Further Information on English language requirementshttps://www.rgu.ac.uk/english

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

RGU is fully committed to widening participation to extend access to learning and enable talented individuals from under-represented groups, particularly those from deprived areas, to achieve their ambitions through higher education, whatever their circumstances.

Learn more on the Robert Gordon University website

Historical entry grades data

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.

Not enough data available

We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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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 fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

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