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BSc (Hons) Psychology

De Montfort University

BSc (Hons) Psychology at De Montfort University in Leicester. Psychology combines science with everyday life, helping you understand people and the evidence behind how they act.

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Duration
3 years full-time
Where
Leicester
Award
BSc (Hons)

Course overview

Psychology combines science with everyday life, helping you understand people and the evidence behind how they act. You will learn to design studies, analyse data and evaluate evidence, alongside the main areas of psychological theory.

Over the course you will move from core principles to specialist topics, finishing with an independent project on a question that matters to you.

Who this course is for

For curious people who want a scientific understanding of behaviour, with routes into health, education, business and research.

Where you will study

De Montfort University

A public university in Leicester city centre with a wide range of degrees in business, technology, health, design and law.

Study mode: Full-time, on campus

Campus availability and timetables can vary by intake. Your adviser will confirm the location and teaching days before you apply.

What you will study

Module titles vary between institutions and may change from year to year. Typical topics include:

  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Social Psychology
  • Biological Psychology
  • Individual Differences
  • Mental Health
  • Applied Psychology
  • Psychology Research Project

Entry requirements for UK students

  • Open to UK residents, including British and Irish citizens and people with settled or pre-settled status.
  • Every application is looked at individually, and your work and life experience are taken into account.
  • If this course is not the right starting point, we will find one that is, such as the same subject with a Foundation Year.
  • You will need photo ID and proof of address dated within the last month. If you are not a British or Irish citizen, you will also need a share code.
  • Not sure if you qualify? Ask us. We check your options before you apply, free of charge.

Every application is looked at individually. If you are not sure whether you qualify, ask us before ruling yourself out.

Where it can lead

  • Route to postgraduate psychology training
  • Assistant psychologist
  • Mental health support worker
  • Research assistant
  • HR or recruitment specialist
  • User researcher

Fees and funding

Eligible home students can apply to Student Finance England for a Tuition Fee Loan, paid directly to the institution, and a Maintenance Loan to help with living costs. Repayments only start once you have finished and earn above the repayment threshold.

Parents, carers and students with disabilities may qualify for extra, non-repayable support such as the Childcare Grant, Parents' Learning Allowance or Disabled Students' Allowance.

How we help with Student Finance

How to apply

  1. Talk to an adviser

    A free call to check the course suits your goals and circumstances.

  2. Submit your application

    Complete our secure online application and upload your documents. It takes about fifteen minutes.

  3. Interview or assessment

    Most institutions hold a short, friendly interview or written task. We help you prepare.

  4. Offer and funding

    Accept your offer and complete your Student Finance application with our support.

Start your application

Questions about this course

When does BSc (Hons) Psychology at De Montfort University start?

Start dates: September (some courses also start in January). We recommend applying at least six to eight weeks before you want to start, so there is time for your interview and funding.

How long does the course take?

The course takes 3 years full-time. Study mode: full-time, on campus.

Do I need A levels or recent qualifications?

Not always. Many courses welcome applicants aged 21 or over on the basis of experience, an interview and a short written task. We will check the requirements for you.

Do I have to pay Lampton Education for help?

No. Our advice and application support are free for students, from the first conversation to enrolment.

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