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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Edinburgh Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Edinburgh Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Edinburgh Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
BSc Psychology at Heriot-Watt University is accredited by the British Psychological Society – an accreditation required for anyone who wishes to pursue a career as a professional psychologist.
Our complex world needs professionals who can understand human development and experiences. Psychology uses scientific methods to gain insights into a person's motivations, perceptions, and behaviour. It can make a significant contribution to society across many different areas of life, from education and health to the economy and crime.
The BSc (Hons) Psychology programme at Heriot-Watt University is a four-year undergraduate degree that will equip you with a broad-based understanding of this dynamic field. The programme is structured to provide foundational knowledge in core areas of psychology, as well as opportunities to develop skills in research methods and analysis.
Our Psychology degree focuses on problems in the real world, considering how an understanding of people and their behaviours can help us to address them. As a career-focused university, our BSc in Psychology is designed to provide you with practical skills that you can apply in professional roles. This programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), providing the necessary undergraduate training if you are considering becoming a professional psychologist.
Heriot-Watt is highly regarded for its psychology degrees, and you will be taught by a passionate community of research-active academics, gaining advanced skills in research, data gathering and analysis, problem-solving, teamwork and leadership.
Youll benefit from the industry relevance of the programme, which will set you up for life after graduation. Upon completion, youll have the relevant knowledge and skills to apply to a range of careers, including those in the field of psychology.
Potential career paths
Exam type
A levelA level:
BBC - ABB Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
BB Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
29 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DMM Grades / Points required
Scottish HNC:
Pass Grades / Points required
Scottish HND:
Pass Grades / Points required
For entry to Year 2: ABB including Psychology.
plus AABB at Highers (including Psychology) for entry to Year 2.
For entry to Year 2: 34 points with Psychology at Higher Level 5.
in relevant subject (Health and Social Sciences preferred) for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: DDM in Health and Social Sciences
HNC (Social Sciences) with B in graded unit (Psychology, Research Methods/Statistics required modules) for entry to Year 1.For entry to Year 2: HNC (Social Sciences) with A in graded unit (Psychology, Research Methods/Statistics required modules).
HND (Social Sciences) with BB in graded unit (Psychology, Research Methods/Statistics required modules) for entry to Year 1.For entry to Year 2: HND (Social Sciences) with AB in graded units (Psychology, Research Methods/Statistics required modules).
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£19,456 per year
Students from EU
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£19,456 per year
Students from International
£19456 Per year
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