Psychology with Developmental Disorders (Sandwich course) BSc (Hons)
University of South Wales
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Pontypridd

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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

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Pontypridd

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4 Years

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This BSc (Hons) Psychology with Developmental Disorders sandwich degree combines the study of key aspects of psychology with a range of developmental disorders, including dyslexia, dyspraxia and autism. This includes assessment, understanding, intervention, and safeguarding children and young people.During the Psychology with Developmental Disorders course you will foster a clear understanding of evidence-based practice and you’ll complete placements in educational settings such as local ...Read more

This BSc (Hons) Psychology with Developmental Disorders sandwich degree combines the study of key aspects of psychology with a range of developmental disorders, including dyslexia, dyspraxia and autism. This includes assessment, understanding, intervention, and safeguarding children and young people.During the Psychology with Developmental Disorders course you will foster a clear understanding of evidence-based practice and you’ll complete placements in educational settings such as local schools and pupil referral units.Graduates can consider careers in educational psychology after professional experience and postgraduate study, PGCE courses, or further study in special educational needs, occupational therapy, or speech and language therapy.Our Psychology degrees are based at the Treforest campus. USW Treforest is surrounded by green open spaces. Our students say they love the warm and friendly welcome and community atmosphere, as well as the convenience of living and studying in the same place.From listed buildings to new, modern structures, Treforest reflects the University’s history and its ambitions. Here you will find everything you need in one place - halls of residence, the library and sport centre, cafes and bars to eat and drink, and friends to spend time with.

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56/101
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69th
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95th
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Courtney
08 Nov 23

I love how accessible the university is for disabled students like myself. It’s great to know that I have lots of people around me that can support me with any needs. I wish the..Read more

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Tiffany
06 Nov 23

There's always a lovely atmosphere on campus, although the toilet facilities could be improved. There's always plenty of space to study and always friendly faces..Read more

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A level

A level:

CCC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

96 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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

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

MMM Grades / Points required

T Level:

Pass (C and above) Grades / Points required

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

C Grades / Points required

to exclude General Studies

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Pass Access to HE Diploma in with a minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points

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Passing the T Level with Pass (C or above in the Core)

and CC at A Level to exclude General Studies

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08 Nov 23
Psychology with Developmental Disorders BSc (Hons)
I love how accessible the university is for disabled students like myself. It’s great to know that I have lots of people around me that can support me with any needs. I wish the...
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Tiffany
06 Nov 23
Psychology with Developmental Disorders BSc (Hons)
There's always a lovely atmosphere on campus, although the toilet facilities could be improved. There's always plenty of space to study and always friendly faces...
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University of South Wales
University of South Wales , Pontypridd

With more than 23,000 students and 2,700 staff, the University of South Wales (USW) is one of the largest universities in Wales, and...

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University of South Wales
University of South Wales Pontypridd Rhondda, Cynon, Taff CF37 1DL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Treforest  0.2 miles away
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