BSc Psychology

Bachelor's degree

In Birmingham

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Birmingham

This course is for you if you wish to study a BPS-accredited course with a broad curriculum that emphasizes human behaviour and real world applications of psychology. Benefit from an optional placement year to gain the applied practical skills required to stand out in a crowded graduate jobs market.

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Birmingham (West Midlands)
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West Midlands, B4 7ET

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About this course

Entry requirements
A Level: ABB
IB: 32

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Subjects

  • Applied Psychology
  • Access
  • Psychology
  • Staff
  • Market
  • Options
  • IT
  • Statistics
  • English
  • Communication Skills
  • International
  • University
  • Accredited
  • Psycho Therapist
  • Human Behaviour
  • Social Psychology
  • Social Science

Course programme

Duration: 3 years full-time or 4 years full-time with integrated placement year

UCAS Code: C800 (3 year course) or C801 (4 year course). Y ou do not need to apply for both courses - they have the same entry requirements and it is possible to swap between the two before enrolment or during Year 1.

Please note:

  • All candidates are considered on an individual basis based on all previous and predicted qualifications, experience, references and motivation. Whilst the grades listed here are our entry requirements, we understand that predicted grades are only an estimate. We will therefore consider applicants with lower predicted grades if the application is of a high standard (however, initial offers will not be lower than stated below).
  • Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to provide evidence of an English language qualification. Find out more about our English language requirements.
  • GCSE requirements: Five GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Mathematics at Grade B/5 and above or Grade C/4 if Mathematics or Psychology is held at A level.

  • All applicants receiving offers will be invited to an Applicant Visit Day to discover more about the course and Aston University.

  • The information contained on this website details the typical entry requirements for this course for the most commonly offered qualifications. Applicants with alternative qualifications may wish to enquire with the relevant admissions teams prior to application whether or not their qualifications are deemed acceptable. For less commonly encountered qualifications this will be judged on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the academic admissions tutor.

  • Find out more about our admissions policy.

  • Take a look at our FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Typical offers:

  • A Levels
  • IB
  • BTEC
  • Access to HE
  • International and other qualifications

ABB. Science subject/subjects welcomed, but not essential. General Studies not accepted.


A Level applicants who select this course as their Firm UCAS choice may be eligible for our lowered offer scheme. This means that the grades that you will need in order to be accepted on to the course will be reduced.

We welcome applications from students who have tried to improve their examination grades by taking a maximum of one set of resits. We treat these applications in exactly the same way as other applications. However, if you have had more than one attempt at improving your grades, your application will be considered on an individual basis and we reserve to make an amended (higher) offer, or not make an offer.

32 points overall, to include 655 at HL

  • BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D plus two A Levels at grade AB
  • BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Applied Science, Social Science or Health and Social Care: DD plus A level at grade A (excluding General Studies)
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science, Social Science or Health and Social Care: D*DD.

We welcome applications from students who have taken BTEC qualifications as a first option and who have met our other requirements.


We do not consider applications from students who are unsuccessful in obtaining the required number and/or standard of A-levels for admission to our programmes and subsequently embark on a BTEC as a second option. Instead we would encourage you to resit your A-levels (see our resit policy).

Applicants of age 21 and above studying an Access to Science or Access to Social Science qualification will be considered on an individual basis.

Our standard offer is 45 level three credits, with at least 30 at distinction (the rest must be at merit or distinction).

Other qualifications: If your qualification is not listed, please contact us using the form at the bottom of the page.

International qualifications: International students can discover more about the qualifications we accept on our international pages.

International Foundation Programme in Science (Aston University): We also welcome international students with equivalent qualifications to apply for our courses. For international students without equivalent qualifications, it is also possible to gain entry to this course by completing an International Foundation Programme at Aston University, although please note the progression requirements to our courses. International applicants expected to gain foundation diplomas from other providers are welcomed and will be considered on a case by case basis.

Foundation Programme in Science (Aston University): For students with good A-level (or equivalent) grades, but who narrowly miss our standard requirements, it is also possible to gain entry to this course by completing a Foundation Year, although please note the progression requirements.

For 2017 entry:

  • UK / EU students: £9,250 per year (£1,250 during placement year)
  • International students: £14,630 per year (£2,500 during placement year)

Explore the costs involved in university and the financial support that may be available to you.

  • This course offers a broad psychology curriculum with an emphasis on human behaviour and real world applications of psychology.

    The course integrates theoretical psychology, techniques of psychological investigation and major areas of applied psychology. In the first two years you will focus on theoretical aspects and develop expertise in a broad range of research methodologies. In your final year you will apply your knowledge and skills to conducting original research in your chosen field, and develop specialist knowledge by selecting options to fit your interests and career goals.

    You will have the option to undertake a placement year which will enhance your employabilty.

    Hear from staff and students as they discuss studying psychology at Aston:

    You will take 120 credits of modules per year, 60 in each semester. Each 10 credit module listed below comprises 100 learning hours and has up to three contact hours per week, in the form of lectures, tutorials, seminars, and practical classes. You will also spend time engaged in independent study.

    Year 1

    Begin your journey into this fascinating subject. Discover the main approaches to psychology (Abnormal, Cognitive, Developmental, Biological and Social) and learn how to conduct psychological research.

    Modules include:

    • Abnormal Psychology: Introduction to the concept of psychopathology and an overview of the different models of abnormal behaviour.

    • Approaches to Psychology: Introduces you to the scope and nature of psychology.

    • Attention & Perception (Cognitive Psychology): Learn about major theories and issues underlying learning, memory, attention and perception.

    • Developmental Psychology: Study young children's understanding of the world, focussing on early perceptual development.

    • Learning & Memory (Cognitive Psychology): Learn about how our memories w ork and sometimes fail.

    • Psychology and the Brain: An introduction to the biological basis of behaviour.

    • Psychology Practicals: An introduction to practical work in psychology, the principles of psychological research, and report writing via a mix of lectures,hands on practical sessions and computer based laboratories

    • Research Methods and Statistics: Learn how to design, analyse and present experiments and draw conclusions from research

    • Social Psychology: Consider how other people can change our behaviour and about attitudes and persuasion

    • Studying Psychology in Higher Education: This module assists and support you in making the transition to university study through building confidence, knowledge and relationships.

    Year 2

    Develop your understanding and research skills in modules such as Individual differences and Health, Brain and Behaviour, Social Psychology, Language, Developmental Psychology, Statistics, Research Methods. Apply your knowledge in practical classes such as Neuroscience and Personality.

    Modules include:

    • Advanced Statistics: Learn how to analyse and interpret more complex data sets.

    • Brain & Behaviour: Neural basis of low-level visual perception, emotions and higher order cognitive function.
    • Critical Social Psychology: Consider questions like "how can we explore a person's own experience of their life?"
    • Cognitive Neuropsychology: Study examples of cognitive impairments arising from brain damage and techniques used

    • Developmental Psychology: This module covers theoretical concepts in cognitive and social development, together with a critical review of experimental research methodology

    • Language & Communication: Explores key issues like "how are language and thought related?"

    • Psychological Research Methods: Design your own research project using one of the methods covered in this module.

    • Individual Differences and Health: Explore major theories of individual differences in personality and intelligence and their application.

    • Thinking and Reasoning: Learn about how people try to solve problems (and what can sometimes go wrong).

    • Personality Practical: An opportunity to extend practical work in psychology, the principles of psychological research, and report writing via a mix of lectures, hands on practical sessions and computer based laboratories.

    • Neuroscience Practicals: Learn how to make an EEG recording.

    • Psychology of Ageing: Introduces students to the field of the psychology of ageing with an emphasis on ageing cognition.

    Year 3 (optional placement year)

    Set your studies in context and enhance your employment prospects by selecting from a wide range of UK or overseas placement opportunities. Discover more below.

    Final Year

    Conduct a final year research project in an area of interest with individual support from a member of staff (40 credits) .

    You will also take a further 8 modules that will fit your interests and career goals.

    Modules may include:

    • Psychosis
    • Neuropsychiatric Disorders
    • Psychology of Illness
    • Autism
    • Dyslexia
    • Investigative Interviewing
    • Human Aggression
    • Brain Imaging

BSc Psychology

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