BSc Psychology with Developmental Disorders
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Psychology, combining psychology with the study of developmental disorders. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The course is BPS-accredited and includes modules in screening, assessment, and management of developmental disorders. Students complete a Psychology Dissertation involving original research with data collection and analysis.
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Entry requirements
96 UCAS points or above Typical qualification requirements A Level: CCC to exclude General Studies Welsh BACC: Pass the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma with Grade C in the Skills Challenge Certificate and CC at A Level to exclude General Studies BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma Merit Merit Merit Access to HE: Pass the Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 96 UCAS tariff points. T Level: Pass (C and above) Additional requirements include: The University normally requires a minimum 5 GCSEs including Mathematics/Numeracy and English at Grade C or Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent, but consideration is given to individual circumstances.
What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 76%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 74%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 20%
Most common jobs
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 25%
- Caring personal services: 25%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Protective service occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 185 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 2%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 10%
- Wales: 74%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Modules
- Critical Perspectives in Psychology
- Investigating Methods and Evidence in Psychology
- Introduction to Developmental Disorders
- Screening and Assessment of Developmental Disorders
- Professional Practice and Employability
- Advanced Methods and Evidence in Psychology
- From Cells to Consciousness
- Lifespan Development in the Social Context
- Psychology Dissertation
- Health Psychology across the Lifespan
- The Psychology of Education and Work
- Psychological Disorders and Therapeutic Interventions
- Applications of Social Psychology
- Cognitive Neuropsychology and Neuroscience
- Forensic Psychology
- Applying Knowledge of Developmental Disorders to Practice
- Management and Support of Individuals with Developmental Disorders
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Psychology with Developmental Disorders at University of South Wales earn?
The median salary is £19,500 after 3 years, £23,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,500 and £27,500. The £23,500 median after five years is £4,000 less than the UK median for Psychology.
What do graduates of BSc Psychology with Developmental Disorders at University of South Wales do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Psychology with Developmental Disorders at University of South Wales?
86% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Psychology with Developmental Disorders at University of South Wales?
The typical offer is CCC at A level. The average entrant had 98 UCAS points.
Is BSc Psychology with Developmental Disorders at University of South Wales accredited?
Yes. Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Does BSc Psychology with Developmental Disorders at University of South Wales include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.