Psychology BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Psychology BSc (Hons)
Our BSc Psychology trains students in the theories, methods and application of contemporary psychological science. The degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (https://www.bps.org.uk/)
You will learn about social, cognitive, developmental, biological and individual differences psychology, as well as your choice of a range of more specialised topic areas (for example addictive behaviours, climate and behaviour change, cognitive neuroscience). You will develop an in-depth understanding of the research that underpins psychological theories in these domains. Y...
Our BSc Psychology trains students in the theories, methods and application of contemporary psychological science. The degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (https://www.bps.org.uk/)<br/><br/>You will learn about social, cognitive, developmental, biological and individual differences psychology, as well as your choice of a range of more specialised topic areas (for example addictive behaviours, climate and behaviour change, cognitive neuroscience). You will develop an in-depth understanding of the research that underpins psychological theories in these domains. You will learn about the application of psychological theories and methods to effect change in the real world.<br/><br/>We will equip you with the skills to design research studies and analyse data, to provide evidence-based answers to psychological research questions. The knowledge and skills you acquire culminate in your final year project, in which you will complete a substantial piece of original psychological research.<br/><br/>Teaching is undertaken by internationally renowned academics. We use a variety of teaching methods (for example: lectures, seminars, tutorials, laboratory classes, group work) and assessment formats (for example: essays, research reports, in-class presentations, examinations). This variety of learning experiences caters for variations in students learning styles. In addition to subject-specific knowledge and skills, you will develop transferable skills, such as teamwork, critical thinking, psychological and scientific literacy, research skills, and oral and written communication skills (including the skills involved in presenting to an audience). These skills are highly valued by employers across a wide range of industries. They will also prepare you for postgraduate study in psychology and beyond.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C801
Institution Code
B78
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,A,A
Standard Higher: AAAAA.
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15
Access to HE Diploma in Science, Biomedical/ Medical/ Health Science or Psychology (or similar titles). The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include: at least 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or above; and at least 12 credits at Distinction from units in a science subject. OR Access to HE Diploma in Humanities, Humanities and Social Sciences, Psychology, or Social Science. The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include: at least 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or above; and at least 12 credits at Distinction in Psychology units. Mature students can contact mature-students@bristol.ac.uk to check the suitability of their Access course.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34
38
Standard offer: 38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in a science-related subject. Contextual offer: 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in a science-related subject. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*DD
D*DD in Applied Science BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants must also meet these GCSE profile requirements: higher numeracy requirement (6 or B in GCSE Mathematics or equivalent). For more information: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/gcse/
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,A
Advanced Higher: AA including a science-related subject.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Requirements for principal subjects are as for A-level, where D1/ D2 is A*, D3 is A, M1/ M2 is B, and M3 is C.
A level
A*,A,A
A,A,B
Standard offer: A*AA including A in a science-related subject. Contextual offer: AAB including A in a science-related subject. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales or the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £33,400 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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