Psychology (Extended Degree) BSc (Hons)
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Want to find out more about the workings of the human mind? Whether you’re looking for a specialist area of psychology or prefer to follow a general route, Northumbria University’s BSc (Hons) in Psychology could be the undergraduate course for you.
You will have the option to tailor your degree through option choice and leave with one of Northumbria University’s specialist awards or choose to follow the more general BSc (Hons) Psychology degree course.
Northumbria University’s psychology course is taught by experienced, approachable research-active staff who take an innovative approach to learning. You will develop an understanding of the theories behind the ways we think and behave, examining a wide range of domains within psychology including cognitive psychology, psychobiology, developmental and social psychology.
Lab sessions give you valuable hands-on practical experience and you’ll have access to state-of-the art facilities.
The optional work placement and your final year research project will develop your personal and professional skills. To meet the requirements for Graduate Basis for Chartered membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society, you must achieve a 2:2 or higher, and must pass the empirical psychology project.
Discover all of our available Psychology Courses and find the course for you or check out the postgraduate courses you can progress onto: Psychology MSc.
See other similar courses you may be interested in: BSc (Hons) Psychology with Criminology
Depending upon which route you choose to take, the following awards are potential outcomes of this course:
World-class Facilities - Your learning experience will be enriched by university facilities including our new state of the art research laboratories.
Research Power - Northumbria’s research in Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience is ranked 15th in the UK for research power out of 93 submissions (REF, 2021).
Top School - Psychology at Northumbria is ranked in the Top 10 in the UK for Student Experience (Times Good University Guide 2026)
Experiential Learning - At Northumbria, every undergraduate course guarantees real-world experience.
Accredited Degree - This degree is accredited by The British Psychological Society.
This extended degree provides an alternative route to higher education and supports those who don’t meet the standard entry requirements for an undergraduate degree. It includes a foundation year where you will explore a wide range of specialisms linked to psychology.
The foundation year of this course covers psychology and its various disciplines including health occupational and organisational, and sport and exercise. Throughout the year you will gain an understanding of the domains, classic studies, career paths, underlying debates, controversies and career paths related to psychology. You will acquire knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles of psychology and develop academic skills necessary to pursue your degree.
The foundation year of the course delivered at level 3 which develops your ability to study in Higher Education is not accredited. Subsequent levels and years are accredited and deliver the knowledge, competencies, and skills required to meet the specific course accreditation requirements that relate to the approved accredited award title.
UCAS Code
Z087
Level of TV
Undergraduate
Mode of TV
5 years Full Time
School
Psychology
Location
City Campus, Northumbria University
City
Newcastle
Start
September 2026
Fees
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Hear what it is really like to study Psychology BSc (Hons) from our current students.
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I enjoy that throughout the course we have been able to conduct our own studies to find out more about human behaviour.
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Dr Dale Metcalfe is the Programme Leader of this course. His research investigates themes such as autism, learning (intellectual) disability, psychometrics, health and social care organisational practices.
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56 to 72 Tariff Points
From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate.
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Northumbria University is committed to supporting all individuals to achieve their ambitions and we understand that every applicant’s circumstances can be different, which is why we take a flexible approach when making offers for this course. We have a range of schemes and alternative offers to make sure as many individuals as possible are given an opportunity to study at our university regardless of personal circumstances or background. Typically, offers range from 56 to 72 UCAS tariff points, but we’ll assess your individual circumstances and potential when reviewing your application
To find out more, review our Northumbria Entry Requirement Essential Information page for further details
Subject Requirements:
There are no specific subject requirements for this course.
GCSE Requirements:
Applicants will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.
Additional Requirements:
There are no additional requirements for this course.
International Qualifications:
We welcome applicants with a range of qualifications which may not match those shown above.
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English Language Requirements:
International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*).
*The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades in our English Language section:
UK Fee in Year 1: £9,790
The fees in the academic year 2027/28 are £10,050. Fees are set in line with the tuition fee cap decided by the UK Government. The University may increase fees in subsequent years in line with any changes to the tuition fee cap. Increases will be linked to inflation. For example, increases may be linked to RPIX (Retail Price Index excluding mortgage interest payments). Students will be notified of any increase ahead of it taking effect. Student fee loans rise in line with the tuition fees cap. * Fees subject to annual increases over the course of the period of study. Students will be liable for payment of any/all tuition fees which are not sponsored by their employer or other third party.
International Fee in Year 1:
* This is the tuition fee for your first year of study. You should expect to pay tuition fees for every year of study. The University may increase fees in the second and subsequent years of your course at our discretion in line with any inflationary or other uplift. Students will be notified of any increase ahead of it taking effect.
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