OVERVIEW
IF YOU FANCY LEARNING ABOUT THE INNER WORKINGS OF THE MIND AND HUMAN BEHAVIOUR, THE UWS’S BSc (HONS) PSYCHOLOGY DEGREE IS FOR YOU.
You’ll study the human mind and associated behaviour and develop key skills in the collection, analysis and interpretation of data – which will allow you to apply your knowledge in research and investigation processes to solve problems in real-world settings. UWS’s BSc (Hons) Psychology programme is accredited bythe British Psychological Society, which provides the basis for Graduate Registration.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
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OVERVIEW<br/>IF YOU FANCY LEARNING ABOUT THE INNER WORKINGS OF THE MIND AND HUMAN BEHAVIOUR, THE UWS’S BSc (HONS) PSYCHOLOGY DEGREE IS FOR YOU.<br/>You’ll study the human mind and associated behaviour and develop key skills in the collection, analysis and interpretation of data – which will allow you to apply your knowledge in research and investigation processes to solve problems in real-world settings. UWS’s BSc (Hons) Psychology programme is accredited bythe British Psychological Society, which provides the basis for Graduate Registration.<br/><br/>PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS<br/><br/>• This programme will prepare you for a career as a Chartered Psychologist.<br/>• You’ll study the human mind and associated behaviour so that you can apply knowledge within real-world environments.<br/>• You’ll develop key skills in the collection, analysis and interpretation of data to improve your understanding of the research and investigation process.<br/>• From communication, numeracy and teamwork, to computing, critical thinking and independent working, this programme will equip you with a range of skills employers value.<br/><br/>CAREERS<br/><br/>Graduates from this programme are equipped with the skills to secure employment in roles, including:<br/>• Market research<br/>• Personnel management<br/>• Teaching<br/>• Civil Service<br/>• Research<br/>• Careers guidance<br/>• Working in charity and non-governmental organisations
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
08/09/2025
Campus
Paisley Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C800
Institution Code
U40
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
UCAS Tariff108 Scottish HigherB,B,B,B International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme27 For year 1 entry For year 2 entry, 28 points required Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MMM Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H3,H3 Scottish Advanced HigherB,C,C For year 2 entry Scottish HNCPass Entry to Year 1 with HNC in one of the following: Social Sciences; Social Studies; Social Care/Services; Legal Services; Police Studies; Working with Communities; Applied Science; Counselling; Care & Adminstrative Practice/Healthcare Practice; Coaching & Developing Sport; Early Education & Childcare; Childhood Practice; Additional Support Needs Entry to Year 2 with HNC in one of the following subjects, with B in the Graded Unit: Social Sciences; Social Studies Scottish HNDPass Entry to Year 2 with HND in Social Science. A levelB,C,C T LevelM For Year 2 Entry, in relevant subject |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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Scotland | £1,820 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £15,500 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |