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Money MattersSee the world through a different lens
This course is open for Clearing applications. We guarantee accommodation to eligible students who apply by 31 July.
How do we think and interact with the world? Why do we react in the ways we do? Explore the ways our minds work.
Our course covers all core elements of psychological study, from lifespan development, neuropsychology, and research methods to social, critical and cognitive psychology.
You’ll learn about a wide range of me...
3 years full-time
Jenna"I had previously been working with young people with a range of different support needs, and they often felt it was hard to build a relationship with their psychiatrist. After hearing this, I knew they were skills I could bring to the profession and make a difference to people's lives."
BSc (Hons) Psychology
You’ll have lots of variety each week, as you’ll experience different teaching methods across each psychology topic. You’ll usually have days with a mix of lectures, practical workshops, and group work.
Assessment is through coursework which may include essays, reports, group projects, and presentations.
In your final year of study, you’ll be able to choose option units in areas that you’re particularly interested in, with themes such as educational psychology, health and psychological interventions, clinical issues in psychology, and sport psychology.
You’ll be based in our award-winning Brooks building which houses outstanding specialist facilities across all areas of health, psychology, social care, and education. We have six psychology laboratories and 12 experimental testing laboratories.
The British Psychological Society
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023-2027
National Student Survey 2024 (NSS)
Whether you’ve already made your decision about what you want to study, or you’re just considering your options, there are lots of ways you can meet us and find out more about student life at Manchester Met.
We offer:
Your studies are supported by a department of committed and enthusiastic teachers and researchers, experts in their chosen field.
We often link up with external professionals too, helping to enhance your learning and build valuable connections to the working world.
Please note our entry requirements may differ slightly at Clearing. Please call the Clearing helpline on +44 (0)161 247 3000 for more details.
Full-time fee: £9,250 per year. This tuition fee is agreed subject to UK government policy and parliamentary regulation and may increase each academic year in line with inflation or UK government policy for both new and continuing students.
Full-time fee: £20,000 per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
A degree typically comprises 360 credits, a DipHE 240 credits, a CertHE 120 credits, and an integrated masters 480 credits. The tuition fee for the placement year for those courses that offer this option is £1,850, subject to inflationary increases based on government policy and providing you progress through the course in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study). The tuition fee for the study year abroad for those courses that offer this option is £1,385, subject to inflationary increases based on government policy and providing you progress through the course in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
Optional estimate: £400
All of the books required for the course are available from the Library. The University also has PC labs and a laptop loan service. However, many students choose to buy some of the core textbooks for the course and/or a laptop. You may also need to print your assignments and other documents. Campus printing costs start from 5p per page. Estimated costs are £300 for a laptop and up to £100 each year for books and printing.
Find out more about financing your studies and whether you may qualify for one of our bursaries and scholarships
Money MattersAs a psychology graduate, there is a diverse range of career paths you could take. You might decide to pursue further training and a career as a psychologist or use your transferable skills to work across sectors from education to human resources.
Depending upon the field of psychology you choose and the level of further training you engage in, some of the places you might work in are local authorities, social services, prisons, sports clubs, NHS or private hospitals, schools, or rehabilitation centres.
Where do some of our graduates work? In housing services at Manchester City Council, as a probation case manager for Cheshire & Greater Manchester Community Rehabilitation Company, as a psychology assistant for an Early Intervention in Psychosis Team at an NHS Trust, and as a trainee High-Intensity CBT Therapist.
Careers in Psychology
"I originally chose to attend Manchester Met because of its specialist facilities and the course being accredited by the BPS for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership. During the time I've spent there, my education has given me a solid foundation to develop my skills even further, both academically and professionally, for a career in psychology."
Zainab, BSc (Hons) Psychology
You can apply for this course through Clearing.
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You can review our current terms and conditions before you make your application. If you are successful with your application, we will send you up to date information alongside your offer letter.
Programme review
Our programmes undergo an annual review and major review (normally
at 6 year intervals) to ensure an up-to-date curriculum supported by the
latest online learning technology. For further information on when we
may make changes to our programmes, please see the changes section of our
terms and conditions.
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