BSc Psychology
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Psychology, studying human behaviour and the mind across developmental, social and biological contexts. Core topics include statistics, research methods, data analysis, ethics and professional practice, and global and comparative perspectives. An optional 4-week or 30-week industry placement is available, and the final-year project is conducted independently with an academic supervisor using departmental facilities.
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Entry requirements
For 2027 entry: 112–128 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BBC–ABB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. We also accept a wide range of vocational qualifications including BTEC Extended Diploma (grade DMM–DDM) and T Levels (Merit).
Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 96%: 898 offers from 939 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 114 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 82%
- Learning opportunities: 81%
- Assessment and feedback: 69%
- Academic support: 85%
- Organisation and management: 87%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 25%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 250 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 21%
- South East: 36%
- South West: 30%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Academic and Professional Study Skills
- Applied Sciences
- Introduction to Biology
- Introduction to Psychology
- Mathematics in Science
- Foundation Year Project
- Development, Health and Psychological Disorders 1
- Current Debates in Psychology
- Mind and Brain 1
- You, Me and Us: Social Psychology and Individual Differences 1
- The Art and Science of Psychological Inquiry
- Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology
- Applying Psychological Theories
- Mind and Brain 2
- You, Me and Us: Social Psychology and Individual Differences 2
- Development, Health and Psychological Disorders 2
- Quantitative Research Methods
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Project
- Emotions, Mental Health and Affective Neuroscience
- Well-Being and Resilience in Schools
- Inclusion and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
- Neuroimaging
- Investigative Forensic Psychology
- Mind Over Matter in Medicine
- Health Psychology
- Applied Clinical Psychology
- Current Trends in Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience
- Cultural Psychology
- Psychology of Social Media and Videogames
- Psychology of Cybercrime
- Counselling Psychology
- Forensic Applications for Face Processing
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Psychology at Bournemouth University earn?
The median salary is £22,500 after 3 years, £28,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £34,500. The £28,000 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Psychology.
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Psychology at Bournemouth University?
82% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Psychology at Bournemouth University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 53 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Psychology at Bournemouth University?
96% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 898 offers from 939 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Psychology at Bournemouth University accredited?
Yes. Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Does BSc Psychology at Bournemouth University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Psychology at Bournemouth University?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.