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

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Main Site - Highfield Campus

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If youre fascinated by the human mind or find yourself questioning what prompts human behaviour, choose our British Psychological Society accredited BSc Psychology degree.BSc Psychology at Southampton will give you the opportunity to analyse human behaviour, emotions, motivations, and beliefs. You will develop the skills and expertise needed to kickstart your career* and will graduate with the opportunity to pursue further study and successful careers within psychology and other areas such as ...Read more

"If you're fascinated by the human mind or find yourself questioning what prompts human behaviour, choose our British Psychological Society accredited BSc Psychology degree.BSc Psychology at Southampton will give you the opportunity to analyse human behaviour, emotions, motivations, and beliefs. You will develop the skills and expertise needed to kickstart your career* and will graduate with the opportunity to pursue further study and successful careers within psychology and other areas such as education, forensic sciences, marketing, health and occupational psychologies. As part of your degree you can:- Select a second subject as a minor discipline- Study abroad at one of our partner universities including the University of Sydney, University of Hong Kong, and University of Western Ontario- Choose modules outside of psychology to broaden your knowledge, including criminology, social sciences, and law- Learn in our bespoke facilities including a custom-fit mobile research vehicle for community research, eye movement recording facilities, an observation lab with audiovisual studio, and a virtual reality (VR) laboratory.* 96% of Psychology graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes 2020/2021)" -

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
83/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
27th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
20th
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 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
88%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Psychology (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Psychology (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£19,000
What students say
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Sara
28 Oct 24

I honestly did not have high hopes. But when I began meeting people and going out it started to feel even more lively and fun. I don’t know much of what could be improved since..Read more

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Jonathan
28 Oct 24

Worst is trying to make friends at the start best is finding friends..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

AAB - AAA Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

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

Access to HE Diploma:

D:39,M:6,P:15 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,D3,D3 - D3,D3,M2 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

A Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 - 36 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H1,H1,H2,H2,H2,H2 - H1,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2 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

T Level:

D Grades / Points required

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

A - B Grades / Points required

Typical offer: AAB offer to include one subject in Psychology, Mathematics or a Science. If specific subjects are not taken, an alternative offer of AAA will be made. The University of Southampton values the Extended Project Qualification. Applicants taking the EPQ in addition to three A-levels will also be made an alternative offer one grade below the standard offer, conditional on an A grade in the EPQ. For more information on the University of Southampton's EPQ Admissions Policy.

We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject).Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4.

Typical offer: 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 of which 39 credits must be at Distinction and 6 credits at Merit.

Typical offer: D3 D3 D3 or D3 D3 M2 (if one subject is Psychology, Mathematics or a Science subject)

The Extended Project will be incorporated in the offer. Typical offer: Grades ABB from 3 A-levels, to include one A-level subject in Psychology, Mathematics or a Science subject + Grade A in the EPQ. If A Level specific subjects are not taken, an alternative offer of AAB + EPQ grade A will be made.

Typical offer: 34 points overall to include 665 at Higher Level (one subject at Higher Level must be Psychology, Mathematics or a Science subject), or alternative offer if not studying one of these subjects at Higher Level: 36 points overall to include 666 at Higher LevelInternational Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP):The University of Southampton accepts the IBCP for entry to their degree programmes, recognising the value of combining academic skills with practical skills, providing a solid preparation for university level work. Offers will be made on the individual components of the IBCP. Applicants not taking the full IBCP but presenting with a combination of a Level 3 vocational qualification and IB Certificates may still be considered. Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.

H1 H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 or H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 (if one subject is Psychology, Mathematics or a Science subject)

Typical Offer: Distinction + 2 A-levels at grades AA

The BTEC Extended Diploma must be in a relevant subject relating to the chosen degree programme

An overall distinction with grade A in the core element in the Science or Healthcare Science T Level

Typical offer: AA from A-levels to include one subject in Psychology, Mathematics or a Science and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate, or alternative offer of AA from any two A-levels and A from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate.

Popular A-level subjects

Psychology (Non-Specific)

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

Psychology
88%
Biology
26%
English Literature
26%
Sociology
22%
History
14%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£27,400 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 fee has been confirmed.

£27,400 per year

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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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£27400 Per year

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Sara
28 Oct 24
Psychology BSc (Hons)
I honestly did not have high hopes. But when I began meeting people and going out it started to feel even more lively and fun. I don’t know much of what could be improved since...
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Jonathan
28 Oct 24
Psychology BSc (Hons)
Worst is trying to make friends at the start best is finding friends...
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