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University of Greater Manchester

BSc (Hons) Psychology

Course overview

This Psychology degree explores why people think, feel and behave as they do, including mental health and wellbeing, relationships, decision-making and social influences. Students develop broad understanding of human behaviour, psychological theory, research methods and applied psychology while studying in Manchester with employability support and transferable skills development.

Entry requirements

UGM Manchester lists standard undergraduate entry as 104 UCAS points for a three-year degree and 48 UCAS points for foundation-year entry, plus five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and Mathematics. Applicants with International or EU qualifications need IELTS 6.0 or equivalent with at least 5.5 in all bands.

Modules

  • Communication Skills20 credits
  • Data Skills20 credits
  • Professional Development Skills20 credits
  • Research Skills20 credits

Career prospects

The course supports psychology-related graduate pathways and further study. Public UGM course-listing copy highlights practical research skills, contemporary and classical psychology, communication, critical thinking, independent learning and professional development.

Teaching and assessment

UGM Manchester describes a model using lectures, seminars, discussion groups, tutorials, workshops, practical scenarios, case studies, guest lectures and guided independent study. Assessment may include exams, essays, reports, presentations, portfolios, coursework, in-class tests, assignments and projects.

Campus locations

UGM Manchester

Base Building, Greenheys Lane, Manchester M15 6LR

Fees and funding

UGM Manchester lists the undergraduate psychology route among courses with September, January and May starts. The 2026/27 UGM undergraduate fee table used for comparable courses lists £9,790 per year and a £5,760 foundation-year fee where applicable.

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