Psychology (Clinical Applications) BSc (Hons) at University of Northampton

Programme overview

Our degree provides students with a strong foundation in psychological theory and practice, with a specialist focus on clinical psychology. With opportunities for practical experience, it prepares students for careers in mental health, counselling, and further postgraduate study in clinical psychology.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Sport and Behavioural Sciences | Department: Sociology, Psychology and Counselling | Duration: Full Time: 3 Years; Foundation: 4 Years; Part Time: 4 - 6 Years | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September | Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course covers core areas of psychology including biological, cognitive, developmental, and social psychology, with additional modules focused on clinical applications and mental health. Modules include Psychology in Practice, Introduction to Psychology, Becoming a Psychologist, Positive Psychology, Psychology for Life, Introduction To Clinical Psychology, Research Methods and Statistics, Biological and Cognitive Psychology: Mechanisms of the mind, Development and Society, Personality & the Fundamentals of Psychology, Psychological Theories and Applications in Clinical Settings, The Psychology of Wellbeing.

Career pathways

Graduates can pursue careers in mental health services, research, or continue to postgraduate training in psychology to become a clinical psychologist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entry requirements at the University of Northampton for Clinical psychology courses are: BBC at A Level or DMM at BTEC Extended Diploma/Cambridge Technical or Merit at T Level. We welcome applications from students with a mix of A levels and BTEC/Cambridge Technical qualifications. Other Entry Requirements You will be expected to have achieved: GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade C/4 or above or the equivalent qualification Functional Skills Level 2. Access applicants who must take 12 credits of Maths Level 2 or 6 credits of Maths Level 3 as part of their Access course. International equivalences will be reviewed on application. English language: IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 17,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full Time: 3 Years; Foundation: 4 Years; Part Time: 4 - 6 Years

Apply through the official page: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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