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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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27-SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Site
Full time
27-SEP-25
4 Years
How do people think, perceive and feel? Psychology is the scientific understanding of human behaviour that opens doors to a wide range of careers, from clinical, business and forensic psychologist to social work and roles in marketing, public relations and human resources.Our British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited degree enables you to confront the issues that humans face with psychology's scientific principles. From brain injury to prejudice reduction, child development to offending behaviour and rehabilitation. We provide you with the tools to develop interventions for hospitals, schools and businesses, making a difference to society through innovations in policy and research.This is a 4-year course where you spend a year in practice between your second and final years. You undertake project work with professional applied psychologists in organisations such as the NHS, the Prison Service or a research establishment.
Your futureOur graduates currently have excellent graduate employment prospects, working in clinical, forensic and occupational psychology or in allied fields related to therapy, teaching, or social work. Many work in communication-focused roles in marketing, public relations and publishing.If you choose an undergraduate programme with a placement year you can spend a year working with professional psychologists in, for example, the NHS, the Prison Service or another government agency or in a business setting and gain experience that will enhance your employability.Our experience schemes allow students to either gain practical experience of ongoing research projects or to gain an insight into the workplace and the local community.
LocationOur city, your time.It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!
Exam type
A levelA level:
BBC - ABB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
UCAS Tariff:
112 - 128 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
32 - 30 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDM - DMM Grades / Points required
T Level:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis.
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
32 points in the IB Diploma or 128 UCAS Tariff points.
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
The University will consider applicants holding T Level qualifications in subjects which are closely aligned to the programme applied for; this will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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