BA (Hons) Applied Psychology
Robert Gordon UniversityAberdeen, United Kingdom
Course overview
The Applied Psychology degree from Robert Gordon University covers the scientific study of the brain and behaviour, and will explore how we interact with the world around us. Social science encompasses a range of fascinating disciplines. Psychology is one that is well-known and topical with a practical application.
Key highlights
- Scientific study of the brain and behaviour
- Explores how people interact with the world around them
- Focuses on the practical application of psychology
Entry requirements
- Scottish Highers: BBBC — to include to include a written subject requiring the use of English
- International Baccalaureate: 27 — to include to include
- Scottish Advanced Highers: BC — Year 2 entry SQA Advanced Higher: BC at Advanced Higher plus CC at Higher (4 subjects) to include a written subject requiring the use of English GCE A Level: BBB to include a written subject requiring the use of English.…
- Scottish Advanced Highers: CC — plus
- A-level: BBB — to include to include a written subject requiring the use of English
- Scottish Highers: BBC/BCCC — to include to include a written subject requiring the use of English Alternative Qualifica; minimum (widening access) offer
- HNC / HND — minimum (widening access) offer; from one of our partner colleges will be considered for entry into Year 2 or 3 subject to meeting requirements
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
A 20% discount is provided exclusively on tuition fees and not to any associated course costs.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Students Emergency Fund
The fund aims to help students with basic living costs such as food, utilities and rent.
RGU Early Deposit Payment Discount
Self-funding students paying an international fee joining in the September 2026 intake who pay their deposit will receive an additional £500 discount.
Up to £500RGU Golf Scholarship
Up to £8,500 per year
RGU International Student Discount for Undergraduate Students
£2,000 discount on each year of study of undergraduate tuition fees.
Up to £2,000RGU SPORT Scholarship
Financial assistance is awarded to support travel, training, equipment and competition expenses accrued during the academic year.
Vice-Chancellor's Undergraduate Scholarship
Careers this course leads to
- Assistant psychologist
- Mental health support worker
- Research assistant
- Human resources officer
- Market research analyst
- Psychological wellbeing practitioner
Cost of study
UK/Home: £1,820 (Scotland), £9,535 (rest of UK) | International: £17,570
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Robert Gordon University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
Ready to start?
Book a free consultation and we'll map your fastest route to your place.