BSc Psychology
About this course
BSc (Hons) Psychology is an undergraduate psychology degree centred on the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Human Behaviour, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society, granting eligible graduates eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership. During the foundation year, students build academic capabilities through modules such as Academic Skills and Communication and Data Analysis and Research Skills. The first year introduces core concepts via Foundations of Psychology and Introduction to Research Methods. The second year advances through Social and Developmental Psychology and Brain, Behaviour, and Cognition. The final year involves an Independent Research Project alongside optional study in areas like Neuropsychology, Forensic Applications of Psychology, and Positive Psychology.
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Entry requirements
Entry tariff: 112–128 UCAS points (or equivalent). Foundation Year: 64–80 UCAS points (or equivalent). Specific entry requirements: GCSE requirement: Maths, Grade 4/C.
What students say
Based on about 27 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 81%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 81%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 90 students who started
- Continued on course: 86%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 4%
What graduates do next
Based on about 50 graduates who answered
- Working: 58%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 8%
- Unemployed: 8%
Most common jobs
- Caring personal services: 18%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 16%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 8%
- Sales occupations: 6%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 230 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 72%
- South East: 18%
- South West: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 85 students who started
- A levels: 79%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- Other qualifications: 13%
- No formal qualifications: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Academic Skills and Communication (foundation students only)
- English for Academic Practice (international students)
- Data Analysis and Research Skills
- Issues and Debates in Psychology
- Perspectives in Psychology
- Skills for Success
- Foundations of Psychology
- Introduction to Research Methods
- Psychology in the Real World
- Social and Developmental Psychology
- Psychopathology and Mental Health
- Brain, Behaviour, and Cognition
- Research Methods and Analysis
- Independent Research Project
- Skills for the Future
- Neuropsychology
- Psychology and Education in Practice
- Forensic Applications of Psychology
- Communication and Social Interaction
- Positive Psychology
- Autism and Other Neurodevelopmental Conditions
- Consulting in the Workplace
- Psychology of Health and Addiction
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Psychology at University of Roehampton earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £28,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £32,500. The £28,000 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Psychology.
What do graduates of BSc Psychology at University of Roehampton do next?
81% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Psychology at University of Roehampton?
83% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Psychology at University of Roehampton?
The average entrant had 93 UCAS points.
Does BSc Psychology at University of Roehampton include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Psychology at University of Roehampton?
86% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.