Psychology and Counselling BSc (Hons)
University of Wolverhampton
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By choosing to study with us you will gain a degree accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), learn from leading experts in the field of psychology, and complete a career-enhancing placement. Perform scientific research into the mind – learning, communication, memory, thought and emotion – examining interplay between biological, environmental, social and cultural influences on human behaviour. Guided by the School of Psychologys diverse teaching and research staff, you will develop ...Read more

By choosing to study with us you will gain a degree accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), learn from leading experts in the field of psychology, and complete a career-enhancing placement. Perform scientific research into the mind – learning, communication, memory, thought and emotion – examining interplay between biological, environmental, social and cultural influences on human behaviour. Guided by the School of Psychologys diverse teaching and research staff, you will develop critical thinking, leadership and innovation suited to any working role. You will work from the University of Wolverhamptons Millennium City building, which will grant you access to psychology labs, simulated research environments and our unique cyberpsychology lab, where virtual reality- and eye tracking equipment will give your studies a tactile edge.

What's unique about this course?
The degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society
Completing your degree with an overall pass mark of 50% and the empirical psychology project, you become automatically eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Our course offers placement opportunities, enabling you to use skills and competencies in practice.
Experts in teaching and research of teaching.
What happens on the course?
The course is part of the School of Psychology in the Faculty of Education, Health, & Wellbeing. The School of Psychology is the professional home to over 50 teaching and research staff, bringing a broad range of interests and experience to benefit students learning on our portfolio of courses. Our School is recognised as one of the leading providers of Psychology education, using innovative teaching methods focusing on the application of scientific and theoretical principles to the study of peoples lives. Psychology staff are grouped into a variety of highly active research clusters through our Centre for Psychological Research, publishing in the latest academic journals and working to make a real-world impact on peoples lives.

Study scientific approaches to understanding the mind, motivation, and behaviour. Modules cover theories, principles, ethics, and application in the real-world. Areas of psychology cover include social, cognitive, health, clinical, & developmental psychologies, as well as the appropriate research methods.

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80/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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105th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
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111th
What students say
SR
Student Reviewer
27 Jan 25

Studying an online course at the University of Wolverhampton has been a fantastic experience. The course is well-structured and offers a range of resources that make learning both..Read more

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Mel
29 Nov 24

Friendly staff always approachable and empathic to any situation. Food is amazing, staff are amazing Open long hours, appropriate for..Read more

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CCC Grades / Points required

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96 Grades / Points required

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

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Pass (C and above) Grades / Points required

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Access to HE Diploma (60 credits) of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3 (96 UCAS point equivalence, minimum 45 credits at merit)

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SR
Student Reviewer
27 Jan 25
100% online MSc Psychology of Mental Health and Wellbeing
Studying an online course at the University of Wolverhampton has been a fantastic experience. The course is well-structured and offers a range of resources that make learning both...
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Mel
29 Nov 24
Psychology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Friendly staff always approachable and empathic to any situation. Food is amazing, staff are amazing Open long hours, appropriate for...
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University of Wolverhampton
University of Wolverhampton , Wolverhampton

Set in the heart of England, the University of Wolverhampton offers a high-quality education across a diverse study programme....

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