BSc (Hons) Psychology

Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behaviour, covering a wide range of human thoughts, feelings and behaviour. The field of psychology has the potential for profound beneficial impacts on people and societies, such as how we make decisions about our medical care, how technology influences our lives, why many of us suffer with poor mental health and many, many more. There are many unanswered questions and the need for new psychological research and knowledge is extensive. At the University of Leeds, you can be part of this process through engaging in your own research with academic experts. By studying psychology at Leeds, you will be engaged in a scientific approach to learning about human behaviour and the thoughts, feelings and motivations behind it. You’ll become absorbed by major psychological issues including, but not limited to, healthy living, childhood development, ageing and memory. Importantly, you will also develop skills in the practical applications of research-derived psychology knowledge to solving real world problems. As a psychology student you will learn through a combination of teaching methods while studying core areas of psychology, including biological psychology, developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, and social psychology. You will also actively engage in research activity and data analysis. Our courses are specifically designed to encourage active learning through a variety of teaching delivery methods. These will support your development as a critical thinker, independent learner and global citizen, and ensure you’re ready for the challenges beyond university.

A-level: AAA to include one or more of: psychology, geography, mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, geology, economics, statistics, environmental science or computing. A-levels in critical thinking, citizenship studies and general studies do not typically form part of our offer but we welcome them as a fourth A-level. The Extended Project is welcomed but is not included as part of our offer. We do not accept any vocational qualifications. We accept only one performance-based A-level (eg photography, drama, art/design, music, media studies or PE). GCSE: 5 GCSEs or equivalent: English language at grade 4 (C) and mathematics at grade 5 (B) + one of the following at grade 5 (B): physics, biology and chemistry, science, additional science or science dual award. Alternative qualification: Access to HE Diploma – We accept science-based Access qualifications with 60 credits, including 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at distinction and 15 at merit, plus GCSE Maths and Science at grade 5(B) and English Language at grade 4(C). Depending on the science content of this qualification, we may accept GCSE Science at grade 4(C). BTEC – We accept science-based BTECs at Distinction. Where a non-science BTEC is taken alongside A levels, your A levels must include a relevant science subject. Cambridge Pre-U – D3D3D3, or mixture of these and A-levels, including a science as indicated above. International Baccalaureate – 35 points overall with a higher-level science subject at grade 6 or above. You must also satisfy the English and Maths GCSE or equivalent requirement. Irish Leaving Certificate (higher Level) – (Leaving Certificate): AAAAAA to include maths and science. Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers – AAA, including maths and science, in Advanced Highers. In some circumstances we would consider a mixture of Highers and Advanced Highers.