Course summary
Our BPS-accredited BSc Psychology degree is a flexible course consisting of compulsory and optional units both within and outside of psychology, preparing you to work in a wide range of professions and sectors. You will study four diverse themes that represent the modern discipline of psychology: mind and brain, evolution and development, adaptability and wellbeing, and psychology in society. You can gain valuable experience through our work placement schemes, with opportunities to undertake a 30-hour placement in Year 2 or a year-long placement in Year 3. We also offer opportunities to study abroad at one of our partner institutions, depending on academic performance. Our graduates are highly employable and can take their understanding of human behaviour into any workplace.
How to apply
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:
- M20
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAA
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
AS
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D*
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 36 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Extended Project
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
GCSE/National 4/National 5
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - D*D*D
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - DD
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate - D
T Level - Not accepted
The University recognises a number of foundation programmes as suitable for entry to this undergraduate programme: Applicants completing the INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester international foundation programme in Business, are required to achieve AAA, which must include Mathematics and an EAP score of B. Applicants completing the INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester international foundation programme in Psychology/Science, are required to achieve AAA in Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics and an EAP score of B. Applicants completing the NCUK International Foundation year in Business or Science are required to achieve AAA (including one science) and an EAP requirements score of A. For all other foundation years, we consider your full educational background. A decision about your suitability for this course will not be taken based solely on the foundation year completed and will include all prior qualifications. Applicants should pass the Foundation Year (min 75% overall) at the first attempt as resits may not be considered.
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
TOEFL (iBT) | 100 | 100 with component scores of at least 25. |
IELTS (Academic) | 7 | With a minimum of 6.5 in each component. |
If you have international qualifications, you may be asked to provide evidence of your English language ability. Minimum requirements are typically: - Grade B/6 GCSE English. We will accept C+ in the Northern Ireland reformed GCSE; - TOEFL (iBT) - 100 with component scores of at least 25; - IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each component; - CIE OR UCLES 1119 English at Grade B.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9535 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
EU | £32500 | Year 1 |
International | £32500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
A small number of scholarships may be available to overseas applicants. Details will be made available once confirmed.
Provider information
University of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL