BSc Psychology

In this BSc Psychology course, students will study the human mind and behaviour for three years. It is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). After graduating from this course with at least a 2:2, students will be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).

After the first year, this course allows students to focus on any area of their choice, such as forensic, sports and exercise, or psychology with counselling. The course also investigates how to apply psychology in the real world, and offers the opportunity to take an optional work placement or study abroad year.

Students will learn core areas of psychology, including developmental, social, biological, and cognitive perspectives. They will also learn academic and professional skills and be introduced to quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Coventry University is known to provide excellent education with a focus on the employability of its students. The institution offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, with subjects like business, engineering, and health. Providing students with the skills and knowledge needed for the workplace is a priority.

The university has a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, and a five-star rating for its facilities by QS Stars University Ratings. Coventry University has a supportive environment for students, which offers career services, networking opportunities, and scholarships and financial aid to help with the costs of study.

Candidates need to submit a personal statement and relevant information regarding their studies, an academic and/or employer reference, and their CVs to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Candidates need 112 UCAS points, including AS level, EPQ, A-levels, BTEC or an equivalent with two science subjects, which should include biology or chemistry.
• Other International qualifications equivalent to A-levels are also accepted.
• A GCSE at grade 4 or above in Maths.

English Proficiency:

• Candidates need an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test, with no score below 5.5.
• Other English language test scores, such as PTE Academic and TOEFL IBT, are accepted, amongst others.

The tuition fee for the BSc Psychology at Coventry University for international students is £18,300, which is subject to change yearly.

Coventry University offers several scholarships for international students to help with tuition fees. They include the Vice-Chancellor's Undergraduate Scholarship, which provides up to £4,000 off tuition fees for a three-year course for international students starting in January. The International Pathways Scholarship offers £3,000 off tuition fees for students on the International Foundation Pathway course. Lastly, sports scholarships are available for talented athletes, worth £1,500 to £3,000 per year. Other options include the EU Support Bursary and Alumni Discount.

After completing the BSc Psychology programme from Coventry University, students can pursue a career as:

• Occupational Psychologist
• Clinical or Counselling Psychologist
• Forensic Psychologist
• Educational Psychologist
• Mental Health Practitioner

Candidates should submit their applications through UCAS. If you need further assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.