Psychology
University of DerbyDerby (Kedleston Road), United Kingdom
Course overview
The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society Specialist facilities include our observation suite, eye-tracker equipment and Babylab Learn from lecturers at the forefront of psychological research You'll have opportunities to contribute to research projects and conduct your own research Gain applied experience through work placement opportunities You can also study this subject as an online course
Key highlights
- Substantial independent psychology research project on an original theme
- Tailor research to your job role or career aspirations
- Training in both quantitative and qualitative research methods
- Work with psychology experts at the cutting edge of their fields
- Personal individual supervision throughout your research
- Builds the high-level skills needed for a professional research career
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 120 — Requirement: What we're looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 120 A Level: BBB T Level: Merit BTEC: DDM GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to…
- Degree: 2nd class — to include any subject; or above
- Degree: 2:1 — Join the programme with a 2:1 in your undergraduate degree (other entry requirements apply) Religious Belief/Experience Paranormal Belief/Experience Experiences of Nursing and Carers Investigating the reasons why student…
- A-level: BBB — …What we're looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 120 A Level: BBB T Level: Merit BTEC: DDM GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to HE: Pass Access…
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
- T-level: Merit — …looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 120 A Level: BBB T Level: Merit BTEC: DDM GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diplom…
- BTEC: DDM — …Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 120 A Level: BBB T Level: Merit BTEC: DDM GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credi…
- GCSE: 4/C — to include Mathematics, English
- Access to HE Diploma: Pass — Pass; with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum
Scholarships
Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
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Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Psychology researcher
- Research assistant
- Research associate
- Social researcher
- PhD candidate in psychology
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £17,500 per year
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 University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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