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Psychology FdSc

University of South Wales

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Course info

UCAS CODE C801

Psychology is an exciting, real-world science and this course provides a unique insight into how we behave. Many jobs put psychology into practice, from management and human resources to managing a factory shop floor, or running a business. The only one of its kind in the region, this course combines academic study with work placements designed to highlight the range of different careers available. You will also have an opportunity to try out specialist equipment and scientific software through ...Read More

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Full time | Gower College Swansea | 2 Years | SEP-23

Key stats

Uni rankings

WUSCA student ranking
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2022 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
81st / 95
CUG ranking
Complete University Guide Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2023
91st
CUG subject ranking
Complete University Guide Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2023
78th

Start date and duration

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

Psychology (Non-Specific)

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 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019

Entry requirements
Entry requirements
The minimum grades (and in some cases the subjects) you'll need to get on to this course.

DATA SOURCE: UCAS
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A level
Grades / Points required

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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

Psychology (Non-Specific)

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

Psychology
51%
Religious Studies & Theology
24%
Sociology
24%
English Literature
18%
History
16%

Tuition fees

DATA SOURCE: UCAS/IDP Connect

For students from

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£7,500 per year
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Students from England Students from England Students from England
England Fees
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£7,500 per year
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Students from Scotland Students from Scotland Students from Scotland
Scotland Fees
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£7,500 per year
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Students from Wales Students from Wales Students from Wales
Wales Fees
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£7,500 per year
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Students from Northern Ireland Students from Northern Ireland Students from Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland Fees
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£7,500 per year
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Students from EU Students from EU EU Students
EU Fees
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£12,300 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 International Students
International Fees
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University of South Wales
CUG ranking
91st
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.0)

The University of South Wales (USW) is one of the largest universities in Wales, offering students excellent opportunities and prospects. Many courses are accredited by professional bodies. Employability is so important to USW and forms a major part of all the courses. 95% of USW graduates go on to employment or further study within six months of graduation (DLHE 2016). USW is in an exceptional part of the UK, with three campuses throughout south Wales. Students enjoy city life, countryside and coast. USW Newport is in the heart of the city and one of the university’s most iconic buildings. USW Cardiff is in a modern capital city, with everything from shopping and live sports to music arts and history. USW Pontypridd is the largest campus, surrounded by green open spaces and made up of two sites: Treforest and Glyntaff.

Where you'll study

University of South Wales

Tycoch Road Sketty Swansea SA2 9EB United Kingdom Nearest train station: Swansea  1.2 miles away
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Psychology FdSc
University of South Wales Psychology FdSc
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