Psychology and Counselling BA (Hons)

Bishop Grosseteste University

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UCAS CODE BC98

Through studying Psychology at BGU you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the scientific nature of the subject and of its wider cultural and social impact. You will develop your understanding of psychology and its theories of the mind, emotions and behaviour and become familiar with how these theories are applied in our lives, communities and societies.Our counselling course will offer you the opportunity to learn about a wealth of topics, such as self awareness, diversity, mental wellbeing ...Read More

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Uni rankings

WUSCA student ranking
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2023 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
13th / 81
CUG ranking
Complete University Guide Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2023
118th
CUG subject ranking
Complete University Guide Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2023
107th

Start date and duration

DATA SOURCE: UCAS
Start date
25-SEP-23
Full Time
3 Years

Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy

DATA SOURCE: UNISTATS

Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019

Psychology (Non-Specific)

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Source: IDP Connect , April 2023

DATA SOURCE: IDP Connect
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements
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Grades / Points required

96 - 112

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You will typically require a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points (from a maximum of four advanced level qualifications) . We will consider equivalent subject-related experience and value a strong motivation to study Psychology.However we are able to consider a range of qualifications such as:•A / AS levels•BTEC•Access Courses•International Baccalaureate (IB)•Cambridge Pre-U•Extended ProjectYou will also need GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at Grade C or above (or equivalent).

Previous study
Previous study
The most common A-levels taken by students who end up studying this subject at uni.
Source: HESA, 2018

DATA SOURCE: HESA

Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni

Psychology
76%
Sociology
29%
English Language
15%
English Language & Literature
14%
English Literature
13%

Psychology (Non-Specific)

Tuition fees

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£9,250 per year
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£9,250 per year
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£9,250 per year
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£9,250 per year
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£12,690 per year
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EU Fees
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£12,690 per year
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Bishop Grosseteste University
CUG ranking
118th
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Based in the heart of Lincoln on a beautiful green campus, Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) has been educating students for 160 years. BGU's story began in the 1860s as an Anglican teacher training college for women, which makes it one of the oldest higher education institutions in the UK. Now, the university offers a wide portfolio of exciting degree courses, and currently educates over 2,000 students in a wide range of subjects from undergraduate degree level to PhD, and much more in between. Bishop Grosseteste University offers a leading student experience in the UK, having placed first in the country for student support, accommodation and student halls and third place for career prospects according to the 2023 Whatuni Student Choice Awards.

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Bishop Grosseteste University

Bishop Grosseteste University Longdales Road Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 3DY United Kingdom Nearest train station: Lincoln Central  0.7 miles away

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