Psychology BSc (Hons)
University of Manchester
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Our BPS-accredited BSc Psychology degree is a flexible course consisting of compulsory and optional units both within and outside of psychology, preparing you to work in a wide range of professions and sectors.You will study four diverse themes that represent the modern discipline of psychology: mind and brain, evolution and development, adaptability and wellbeing, and psychology in society.You can gain valuable experience through our work placement schemes, with opportunities to undertake a ...Read more

Our BPS-accredited BSc Psychology degree is a flexible course consisting of compulsory and optional units both within and outside of psychology, preparing you to work in a wide range of professions and sectors.You will study four diverse themes that represent the modern discipline of psychology: mind and brain, evolution and development, adaptability and wellbeing, and psychology in society.You can gain valuable experience through our work placement schemes, with opportunities to undertake a 30-hour placement in Year 2 or a year-long placement in Year 3. We also offer opportunities to study abroad at one of our partner institutions, depending on academic performance.Our graduates are highly employable and can take their understanding of human behaviour into any workplace.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
63/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
23rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
22nd
Psychology (Non-Specific)
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 - 94 = 6% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
6%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
85%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Psychology (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK Psychology (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Sam
13 Feb 25

Teaching on psychology is lacklustre and often feels you can learn everything you need to off of the lecture slides (ie the lecturers/ seminar leads don’t provide much extra..Read more

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Martha
13 Feb 25

Campus could have a nicer feel. Places to sit and relax definitely need to be improved. However it looks nice...Read more

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A level

A level:

AAA Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

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Scottish Advanced Higher:

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Access to HE Diploma:

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AS:

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Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

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Extended Project:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

36 Grades / Points required

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma:

DD Grades / Points required

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate:

D Grades / Points required

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:

D*D*D Grades / Points required

OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

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

D*D Grades / Points required

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

D* Grades / Points required

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

DDD Grades / Points required

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

D* Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

We require grades AAA including one or more of: Psychology, Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Statistics, Mathematics, Further Maths, Applied Science.We accept only one performance-based A-level (eg photography, drama, art/design, music or media studies). Subjects with overlapping content are not normally considered as separate A-levels; Further Mathematics is not considered alongside Mathematics and Human Biology is not considered alongside Biology.If you want to check that your specific subjects are suitable for entry to this course, please contact us by emailing ug.psychology@manchester.ac.uk . Typical Contextual Offer: AAB-ABB (including specific subjects).

We require grades AAABB together with grade A in Advanced Higher in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Psychology. If you have not studied National 5 qualifications, we would expect you to have studied English and Mathematics at Higher level.

We require grades AAABB together with grade A in Advanced Higher in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Psychology. If you have not studied National 5 qualifications, we would expect you to have studied English and Mathematics at Higher level.

For Access to Higher Education courses, an overall of 60 credits are required with 45 at Level 3 and all 45 credits must be graded at Distinction. 15 credits must be in a science subject.You may be asked to provide a sample of previous coursework and/or to attend an interview if it is thought that further information is required on your application.You should also have a good set of GCSEs (minimum of five subjects) with English Language and Mathematics at Grade B/6, or equivalent. Students educated up to GCSE level who have only taken a one-year Access course will not normally be accepted.

AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.

We consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects, or a mix of Pre-U and A Level subjects, provided a minimum of three distinct subjects overall is taken to include either Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology. Grades required will be D3 and/or A.

The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. A number of our academic Schools may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.

We require 36 points overall with grades 6,6,6 in higher level subjects (one of which must include Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology).We accept only one performance-based subject at higher level, for example, Visual Arts, Design Tech, Theatre, Film, Music, Dance.For this course, we will accept Higher Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches, or Applications and Interpretation.If you want to check that your specific subjects are suitable for entry to this course, please contact us by emailing ug.psychology@manchester.ac.uk .

We require successful completion of a Cambridge Technical Diploma at grades D*D in a science-based subject with one A-level at grade A. If the Technical Diploma is in a non-science subject, the A-level must be in Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology.

We accept the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate at grade D* in lieu of the third A-level only. It must be offered alongside 2 A-level subjects, one of which to include: Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology with minimum grades AB.

We require successful completion of a Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma at grades D*D*D alongside grade A in one of the following A-levels: Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics and Psychology.

We accept the Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma at grade D* in lieu of the third A-level only. It must be offered alongside 2 A-level subjects, one of which to include: Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology with minimum grades AB.

We require successful completion of a BTEC National Diploma at grades D*D in a science-based subject with one A-level at grade A. If the BTEC National Diploma is in a non-science subject, the A-level must be in Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology.

We accept the BTEC National Extended Certificate at grade D* in lieu of the third A-level only. It must be offered alongside 2 A-level subjects, one of which to include: Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology with minimum grades AB-AA.

We require successful completion of a BTEC National Extended Diploma at grades DDD alongside grade A in one of the following A-levels: Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology.

We accept the BTEC National Foundation Diploma at grade D* in lieu of the third A-level only. It must be offered alongside 2 A-level subjects, one of which to include: Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology with minimum grades AB-AA.

The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A level entry requirements.

Popular A-level subjects

Psychology (Non-Specific)

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

Psychology
90%
Biology
27%
Sociology
25%
English Literature
23%
History
17%
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S
Sam
13 Feb 25
Psychology BSc (Hons)
Teaching on psychology is lacklustre and often feels you can learn everything you need to off of the lecture slides (ie the lecturers/ seminar leads don’t provide much extra...
Read more
M
Martha
13 Feb 25
Psychology BSc (Hons)
Campus could have a nicer feel. Places to sit and relax definitely need to be improved. However it looks nice....
Read more
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