BSc Psychology
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Psychology. Core topics include data analysis, statistics, research methods, critical and analytical thinking, and human behaviour. The programme includes a final-year research project and an optional work experience module. Optional modules in the final year allow specialisation in areas such as developmental psychology and forensic psychology.
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Entry requirements
Qualifications needed for 2027: BSc (Hons): 120-136 UCAS tariff points At least two A-levels, or a BTEC National Extended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit (DDM) or equivalent qualifications. GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4 or above, or a recognised equivalent, is also required. BSc (Hons) including foundation year: 64 UCAS tariff points For the degree with a foundation year, a minimum of 64 UCAS points is required. Additional requirements: Entry onto this course does not require an interview, entrance test, audition or portfolio. English language: English language requirement for this course: Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5. Applicants who do not meet the English language requirements could be eligible to join our pre-sessional English language course. Applicants from a recognised majority English speaking country (MESCs) do not need to meet these requirements. You will find more information on country-specific entry requirements in the country-specific section of our website.
What students say
Based on about 47 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 84%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 85 students who started
- Continued on course: 86%
- Left higher education: 11%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 4%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 155 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 60%
- South East: 20%
- South West: 4%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started
- A levels: 84%
- Access course: 4%
- Other HE qualification: 13%
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): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Psychology
- Approaches and Professional Skills in Psychology
- Psychology Research Methods 1
- Applying Psychology in the Real World
- Social and Developmental Psychology
- Brain, Behaviour and Cognition
- Psychology Research Methods 2
- Psychopathology and Mental Health
- Personality and Individual Differences
- Psychology Research Project
- Future Skills Apply
- Neuropsychology and Neuro-rehabilitation
- Introduction to Forensic Psychology
- The Psychology of Health and Wellbeing
- Advanced Developmental Psychology
- Advanced Issues in the Psychology of Thinking
- Occupational Psychology
- Psychotherapeutic Psychology and Mental Health
- Applied Psychology with Work Experience
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Psychology at Kingston University earn?
The median salary is £22,500 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,500 and £31,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Psychology.
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Psychology at Kingston University?
84% 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 Kingston University?
The average entrant had 103 UCAS points.
Is BSc Psychology at Kingston 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 Kingston University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Psychology at Kingston University?
86% of students continued into their second year, and 11% left higher education.