BSc (Hons) Psychology at University of Hertfordshire

Programme overview

A major part of the course examines important theoretical issues within psychology. For instance, to what extent are people the product of their genes or upbringing? Why do we sleep and dream?

Faculty: School of Psychology, Sport and Geography | Duration: Full Time, 3 years; Part Time, 6 years; Sandwich, 4 years | Study mode: full-time / part-time (sandwich placement year available) | Intake: September 2027; September 2028 | Location: Hatfield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In the first year, you’ll study several key topics, including developmental, cognitive and biological psychology. You will also learn about research methods and statistical analysis, and carry out several studies and experiments.

Career pathways

Postgraduate study can lead to professional careers in a wide range of areas including forensic, clinical, health and educational psychology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer (2026/27): UCAS points: 120–128; A Level: BBB–AAB; BTEC: DDM; Access course tariff: All access courses considered. Must pass 60 credits and have overall merit profile on 45 L3 credits; IB requirement: 120–128 UCAS points from a minimum of two HL subjects at H4 or above. GCSE: Grade 4/C in English Language and Mathematics. UCAS code: C800.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/2027). Full-time tuition fee for the 2026/2027 academic year (UK fee) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,450 a year (2026/2027). Full-time tuition fee for the 2026/2027 academic year (international fee) Source

Intake: September 2027; September 2028

Duration: Full Time, 3 years; Part Time, 6 years; Sandwich, 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/psychology

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