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Psychology

The University of Edinburgh

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The University of Edinburgh
UCAS CODE: C802

Course options

3 options available

  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Central area campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    08-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Psychology is an experimental and observational science, in which evidence from research studies is used to develop and evaluate theories.Our programme has a strong emphasis on developing skills in research methods and statistical analysis, to support our research-led teaching.Year 1- Through lectures and tutorials, you will complete a general introduction to psychology, covering cognitive neuroscience, developmental psychology, the psychology of memory and perception, individual differences, language and thinking, and social psychology. You will also be trained in basic concepts in research methods and statistics, and you will have a practical introduction to laboratory-based psychology research. Year 2- You will continue to study core areas of psychology, along with clinical psychology. You will practise and develop your professional and study skills, such as literature searching, report writing, and ethical awareness. You will also complete a year-long, intensive grounding in research methods and statistics to prepare you for Year 3. Year 3- To support your research work, you will complete further specialist courses in research methods. You will choose advanced courses in psychology, expanding upon and combining the core areas required for British Psychological Society accreditation, and complete research work in small groups. Year 4- Alongside a small-group tutorial course and a major, original research dissertation, you will undertake further advanced psychology courses. These courses are research-led and will allow you to learn about cutting edge topics across the range of psychology sub-disciplines.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 36,800per year

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University information

The University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    University of Edinburgh, The University of Edinburgh, Old College, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of, EH8 9YL, Scotland

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Psychology

    17th out of 118 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 220
    210 96%

    3rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    54th

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.80 70%

    117th

    3

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