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Psychology at University of Hull - UCAS

Course summary

Make a positive difference to people’s lives and explore the most fascinating subject of all: the human mind. You’ll learn about cognition, development and neuroscience from industry experts, delving deeper into topics like memory, social relationships, the ageing brain and forensics. The practical skills you’ll develop could help to tackle real-life challenges like dementia. There are so many rewarding routes you can take with this degree, which offers the rare opportunity to fast-track on to a fully funded Clinical Psychology Doctorate. Plus, there is an opportunity to take a placement year as part of your degree. Taken between the second and final year, this is an opportunity to embed your new knowledge in real-world settings, gaining hands-on experience and professional connections that set you apart in the job market. Why study at Hull?

  • Make a difference: Be at the forefront of research on the psychological effects of real-world challenges like dementia, trauma and mental health.
  • Expert guidance: We’ve been teaching psychology since 1928 when Freudian theory was in its infancy and high-tech brain scanners were introduced. And we’re still at the forefront now.
  • Excellent prospects: Graduate with a named-pathway degree in areas such as Neuroscience or Applied Psychology, or fast track on to our fully funded Clinical Psychology Doctorate (ClinPsyD) programme.
Where could this take me? A degree in psychology opens up many different career routes. You’ll have the skills and knowledge to work in a wide variety of fields that make a positive difference to people’s lives. You could be a psychologist in a clinical, forensic, neurological, educational, occupational or sports field, or choose to work as a teacher, marketer, or HR professional in the public or private sectors.

Modules

Core modules include: Research Skills Brain and Behaviour The Developing Child Developmental Psychology Psychology in Society Applied Cognitive Psychology Developmental Psychology Personality and Intelligence in Focus Research Project Optional modules include: Neuropsychology Psychology in Education The Social Brain and Autism Clinical and Therapeutic Issues in Clinical Psychology Criminal Psychology

Assessment method

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • British Psychological Society

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
C800
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants must also have GCSE Mathematics at Grade C/4 or an equivalent qualification Applicants with other qualifications are welcome to apply.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk
Institution's Own Test60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill)

Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.

https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx


Student Outcomes

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65%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
85%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
International £19500 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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

Provider information

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University of Hull
Admissions Office
Cottingham Road
Hull
HU6 7RX


Clearing contact details

Online Clearing Enquiry Form
Admissions and Applicant Services

01482 466100

Course Clearing information

Additional information

Thursday 17 August, 7am - 9pm Friday 18 August, 8am-6pm Saturday 19 August, 9am-3pm


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Psychology at University of Hull - UCAS