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. This fascinating course will give you the opportunity to analyse human behaviour emotions, motivations and beliefs through essential methods of research and data analysis.
This course can lead to further study, successful careers within psychology, as well as other areas such as education, forensic sciences, marketing, health and occupational psychologies.
Our facilities will support you in every area of research. They include:
- a custom-fit mobile research vehicle for community research
- eye movement recording facilities
- an observation lab with audiovisual studio
- a virtual reality (VR) laboratory
As part of your degree you can:
-study a second subject as a minor disciplinestudy abroad at one of our partner universities including the University of Sydney, University of Hong Kong, and University of Western Ontario.
-study modules outside of psychology to broaden your knowledge, including criminology, social sciences and law.
91% of Psychology students agreed staff were good at explaining things*University of Southampton analysis of unpublished NSS data 2021
Course Details - Modules
We have a varied range of modules for all years. Examples of core modules for year one will include:
Academic support and employability 1,
Behavioural neuroscience,
Individual differences,
Introduction to psychology,
Psychology of attractiveness,
Research methods and data analysis,
Thinking psychologically,
Criminal justice studies,
Independent study and synoptic reflection,
The psychology of mental health.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Your understanding of psychology is evaluated through a wide range of assessment methods across the degree that may include traditional essays, lab reports, oral presentation, poster presentation, reflective journals, traditional exams, multiple choice questions, short answer questions and literature reviews. This ensures you develop a broad variety of skills and that your achievements are assessed against the intended learning outcomes of the individual modules and the programme as a whole.
We’ll assess you using:
blogs
coursework, laboratory reports and essays
essays
oral presentations
written exams
Course Details – Professional Bodies
British Psychological Society
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
C800
Institution code:
S27
Campus Name:
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
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.
Contextual offer: AAB/ABB
General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies are excluded for entry.
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"
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
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.
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
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 Level
International 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.
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
The BTEC Extended Diploma must be in a relevant subject relating to the chosen degree programme
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Typical Offer: Distinction + 2 A-levels at grades AA
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.
General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies are excluded for entry.
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Typical offer: D3 D3 D3 or D3 D3 M2 (if one subject is Psychology, Mathematics or a Science subject)
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
GCSEs: The University of Southampton requires all applicants to achieve at least a Grade 4 in English and Mathematics GCSEs (taken in England) or a Grade C in both subjects (where taken in Northern Ireland or Wales). Some degree subjects stipulate specific additional GCSE minimum grades, which will be specified as part of the individual degree programme entry requirements.
English Language proficiency for international students: All programmes at the University of Southampton are taught and assessed in the medium of English (other than those in modern foreign languages). Therefore , all applicants must demonstrate they possess at least a minimum standard of English Language proficiency. For more information on the University of Southampton's English Language entry requirements, please see the English Language Proficiency webpage.
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.5
with no component below 6.0
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
72%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
60%
Go onto work and study:
85%
Fees and funding
International
21580.0
Year 1
EU
9250.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Please note that the Fees shown are those charged for entry in September 2020. Fees for entry in September 2021 will be available at the end of August 2020. Please see our website for further details and updates : www.southampton.ac.uk/uni-life/fees-funding.page
Provider information
Highfield
Address2 are not listed for this Course.
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Southampton
SO17 1BJ
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