Philosophy and Psychology - BA (Hons)
University of Nottingham
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By combining these two unique disciplines youll gain an understanding of how: our minds develop and function, we think about our lives, relationships and societyYou dont need to have formally studied either subject before - beginners with enthusiasm and a desire to learn welcome.PhilosophyThe first year gives you a solid foundation in the essentials such as ethics, reasoning and logic.From then on youre free to choose from our unusually wide range of optional topics.You can: explore crime and ...Read more

By combining these two unique disciplines you'll gain an understanding of how: our minds develop and function, we think about our lives, relationships and societyYou don't need to have formally studied either subject before - beginners with enthusiasm and a desire to learn welcome.PhilosophyThe first year gives you a solid foundation in the essentials such as ethics, reasoning and logic.From then on you're free to choose from our unusually wide range of optional topics.You can: explore crime and justice, race and gender, politics and religion, examine emerging areas like environmental and social philosophy, investigate global philosophical traditions - Western, Indian and Chinese PsychologyLearn about the structure of the brain, as well as the perceptions, thoughts, feelings and actions of people.We'll give you a thorough grounding in key theories and concepts of: biological, cognitive, developmental, social psychologyYou'll also examine how these apply in settings such as the education, criminal justice and mental health systems.

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What students say
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Hyejin
24 Jan 23

The campus is very beautiful which motivates me to study. Also Nottingham is perfectly designed for students - comparatively cheaper than other cities, nice people, small but..Read more

H
Humaira
23 Jan 23

The city is very student orientated, there's always something to do. The uni offers lots of support for students in all aspects, not just in regards to studying. The campus is..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level:

AAB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

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Scottish Advanced Higher:

AA Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

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Access to HE Diploma:

D30M15 Grades / Points required

AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths):

A Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3M1M2 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

A Grades / Points required

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

Mathematics grade B/5, English (Lang or Lit) grade B/5 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

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

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

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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Students from England

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

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

£9,535 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

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

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

£9,535 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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

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

£9,535 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

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

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

£9,535 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£30,750 per year

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Students from EU

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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.

£30,750 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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