Applied Psychology HNC
Coventry University
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Psychology is the study of the mind and human behaviour. Applied psychology places particular emphasis on its application in real-life and clinical contexts.This course introduces you to the fundamentals of psychology and its professional application, covering important theoretical and historical issues within the subject, as well as notions of the self and identity and vital research techniques.This Higher National Certificate (HNC) follows the Year 1 curriculum of the Applied Psychology BSc ...Read more

Psychology is the study of the mind and human behaviour. Applied psychology places particular emphasis on its application in real-life and clinical contexts.This course introduces you to the fundamentals of psychology and its professional application, covering important theoretical and historical issues within the subject, as well as notions of the self and identity and vital research techniques.This Higher National Certificate (HNC) follows the Year 1 curriculum of the Applied Psychology BSc (Hons) degree course.For the most up-to-date information about course content, part-time study or our additional academic support, please visit our website.

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86th
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67th
What students say
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Chiamaka
20 Nov 24

The registration and admission process is not the best. But the lectures can be very understanding and are typically ready to help you when necessary..Read more

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Wanessa
23 Feb 23

The best part of the university is the additional help the university offers to students. Such as handshake and PPAs. handshake allows students to get help with career advice and..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

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UCAS Tariff

UCAS Tariff:

64 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

M:15 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

24 Grades / Points required

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

MM Grades / Points required

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

MPP Grades / Points required

from a minimum of two A2 levels.

The Access to HE Diploma to include 15 Level 3 credits at Merit. Plus GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above.

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England

£7,950 per year

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£16,800 per year

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

The above mentioned fee is for 23-24 entry. There may be a slight increase in the year 24-25.

£16,800 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

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The above mentioned fee is for 23-24 entry. There may be a slight increase in the year 24-25.

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Chiamaka
20 Nov 24
Applied Psychology BSc (Hons)
The registration and admission process is not the best. But the lectures can be very understanding and are typically ready to help you when necessary...
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Wanessa
23 Feb 23
Applied Psychology BSc (Hons)
The best part of the university is the additional help the university offers to students. Such as handshake and PPAs. handshake allows students to get help with career advice and...
Read more
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Coventry University
Coventry University , Coventry

Coventry University is a global, modern university with a mission to create better futures....

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Coventry University
Ashburn Road Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 2JW United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Scarborough  0.2 miles away

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