Psychology at University of Manchester - UCAS

University of Manchester

Degree level: Undergraduate

Psychology

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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

29Jan

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

We require grades AAA including one or more of: Psychology, Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Statistics, Mathematics, Further Maths, Applied Science. We accept only one performance-based A-level (eg photography, drama, art/design, music or media studies). Subjects with overlapping content are not normally considered as separate A-levels; Further Mathematics is not considered alongside Mathematics and Human Biology is not considered alongside Biology. If you want to check that your specific subjects are suitable for entry to this course, please contact us by emailing [email protected] . Typical Contextual Offer: AAB-ABB (including specific subjects).

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

Access to HE Diploma

For Access to Higher Education courses, an overall of 60 credits are required with 45 at Level 3 and all 45 credits must be graded at Distinction. 15 credits must be in a science subject. You may be asked to provide a sample of previous coursework and/or to attend an interview if it is thought that further information is required on your application. You should also have a good set of GCSEs (minimum of five subjects) with English Language and Mathematics at Grade B/6, or equivalent. Students educated up to GCSE level who have only taken a one-year Access course will not normally be accepted.

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

We require 36 points overall with grades 6,6,6 in higher level subjects (one of which must include Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology). We accept only one performance-based subject at higher level, for example, Visual Arts, Design Tech, Theatre, Film, Music, Dance. For this course, we will accept Higher Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches, or Applications and Interpretation. If you want to check that your specific subjects are suitable for entry to this course, please contact us by emailing [email protected] .

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

Extended Project

The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. A number of our academic Schools may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

GCSE/National 4/National 5

We normally require at least five GCSEs at minimum grade B/6, including English Language and Mathematics. If an applicant has a grade 5 in either English Language or Mathematics, but has a grade 6 in the other subject, we would advise they still apply. For applicants whose status has been confirmed as WP+ using the University's Contextual Data Eligibility tool , we will allow an overall reduction of 2 grades on the full GCSE requirements. Please note, however, that no individual subject should be lower than C/4. For applicants whose status has been confirmed as WP++ using the University's Contextual Data Eligibility tool , we will allow an overall reduction of 4 grades on the full GCSE requirements. Please note, however, that no individual subject should be lower than C/4.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DDD

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.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

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

Fees for entry in 2025 have not yet been set. For entry in 2024 the tuition fees were £9,250 per annum for home students, and are expected to increase slightly for 2025 entry.

Sponsorship information

A small number of scholarships may be available to overseas applicants. Details will be made available once confirmed.

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M13 9PL

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Location	Qualification	Study mode	Duration	Start date	Apply
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