Program Overview

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Psychology BSc (Hons)

Overview

The University of Chester's Psychology degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). As such, our course ensures you can achieve the Graduate Basis for Chartership of this professional body. Our dedicated teaching team provides personalised guidance and support, helping you develop essential skills like critical thinking, research methods and effective communication.

Study Options

• Full-Time, Part-Time (BSc) at Exton Park, Chester
• Full-Time with Foundation Year (BSc) at Exton Park, Chester

Level

• Undergraduate

UCAS Code

• C800

UCAS Points

• 120

Start Date

• Oct 2025, Oct 2026

Duration

• 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time

Location

• Exton Park, Chester

UK Fees

• £9,535 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)

International Fees

• £14,450 per year for a full-time course* (2025/26)

Optional Specialist Pathways

• Clinical and Health Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Foundation Year

Accreditations

• British Psychological Society (BPS)

Course Summary

Our Psychology degree offers a deep dive into the complexities of human thought, emotions and actions. Whether you're interested in understanding mental health, social psychology or cognitive processes, our course provides a solid foundation. With a focus on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, you'll be well-prepared for a rewarding career in psychology and other areas.

Why You'll Love It

• Support for your success
• Get career-focused
• Flexible learning options

What You'll Study

• Foundation Year
• Year 1
• Year 2
• Year 3

Modules

• Introduction to Research in Psychology (20 Credits) Core
• Individual and Social Processes (20 Credits) Core
• Wellbeing (20 Credits) Core
• Introduction to Brain, Mind and Development (20 Credits) Core
• Cyberpsychology (20 Credits) Optional
• Applied Psychology (20 Credits) Optional
• Forensic and Criminal Psychology (20 Credits) Optional
• Language Module Options

How You'll Learn

• You will be assessed in a variety of ways
• This course is designed around in-person study
• There may be some online learning activities
• Curriculum developed to match workforce priorities

Entry Requirements

• Home Students
• International Students
• Foundation Year

UCAS Points

• 120 points

GCE A Level

• Typical offer – BBC/BBB

BTEC

• BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM

International Baccalaureate

• 30 points

Irish / Scottish Highers

• Irish Highers - H3 H3 H3 H3 H3 Scottish Highers - BBBB

Access requirements

• Access to HE Diploma, to include 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 must be at Merit or above

T Level

• Merit

OCR

• OCR Extended Diploma: DDM

Extra Information

• Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced and A Level General Studies will be recognised in our offer. We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs. A GCSE grade C/4 (or above) in Mathematics and English is required. Please Note: We cannot consider GCSE equivalencies but can consider the Edge Hill University GCSE Equivalency Test.

Fees and Funding

• Home Students
• International Students
• Additional Costs
• Bursaries

per year for a full-time course (2025/26)

• Our full-time undergraduate tuition fees for Home students entering University in 2025/26 are £9,535 a year, or £1,590 per 20-credit module for part-time study.

per year for a full-time course (2025/26)

• The tuition fees for international students studying Undergraduate programmes in 2025/26 are £14,450 per year for a full-time course. This fee is set for each year of study.

Who You'll Learn From

• Dr Liz Whelen
• Dr Janine Carroll
• Dr Hayley Cooper
• Dr Lindsay Murray
• Kate Miller
• Dr Sarah Vaughan

Where You'll Study

• Exton Park, Chester

Your Future Career

• Job Prospects
• Careers Service

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