Psychology BSc (Hons)
Brunel University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 50 graduates of Psychology BSc (Hons) at Brunel University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in psychology (non-specific).
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in psychology (non-specific)
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of psychology (non-specific) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £26000 | £24500 | £28500 |
25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £30000 | £19500 - £29000 | £21500 - £35000 |
All psychology (non-specific) courses of Brunel University
Salary of all UK Graduates of psychology (non-specific)
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22218 | £21015 | £24795 |
25-75 percentile range | £19632 - £25831 | £15732 - £25484 | £18560 - £30747 |
All psychology (non-specific) courses in the UK
Course Description
Psychology is an exciting subject to study as we are still looking for answers to questions about the human mind and consciousness. At Brunel, you will have the chance to immerse yourself in the accepted theories of psychology as well as the latest research that is expanding our knowledge.
Our Psychology degree is accredited by The British Psychological Society and can be studied full-time over three years. We also offer it as a four year course which is unique in offering two six-month work placements or you can carry out a one year placement within a single environment.
Work experience while studying is a great asset, whether you choose to continue your studies in psychology or seek employment. You will know what it’s like to apply your skills in the workplace, which builds confidence and is attractive to employers. Recent placements have included the Institute of Psychiatry, Royal Free Hospital and Holloway Prison.
The course will help you to develop specific skills and practical methods before allowing you to tailor your studies to your own interests in the final year by selecting modules and writing a dissertation. This prepares you for the more self-directed study of a masters and specialisation in a particular field should you choose to pursue it.
Brunel offers access to extensive laboratory and technical facilities including brain imaging facilities (fMRI, EEG), psychophysics, and eye tracking. A good understanding of the equipment you may use in your work placement or in research is a useful skill to have for the future.
As an accredited psychology course, should you graduate with a 2:2 grade or higher, you will be eligible to apply for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society. Membership will be key if you choose to pursue postgraduate training and become a psychologist.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Psychology BSc (Hons) at Brunel University
20% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
15% | Teaching Professionals |
10% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
10% | Sales occupations |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Customer service occupations |
0% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | with no less than 5.5 in each subsection |
Institution's Own Test | with no less than 55% in each subsection |
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TOEFL (iBT) | 90 | with a minimum of: Reading - 18 Listening - 17 Speaking - 20 Writing - 17 |
PTE Academic | 59 | with a minimum of 59 in all subscores |
Costs
Tuition Fees Psychology BSc (Hons)
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
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EU | £9250 | year 1 |
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
International | £19330 | year 1 |
EU | £21260 | year 1 |
International | £21260 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Brunel University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Brunel University in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #63
- #81
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- Psychology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #93
- #115
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- Psychology
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #32
- #201
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- Psychology
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 26 October, 2022]
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- #33
- #301
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- Psychology
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 19 July, 2022]
See all 30 university rankings of Brunel University
About Brunel University
Established in 1957, Brunel University is located in the large town of Uxbridge, in suburban London. Thanks to its location, Brunel University has numerous public transport connections to London, which students make use of for expanding their options when it comes to work experience placements. The admission rate is lower than in many universities, so applicants should prepare their personal statements and interviews well when applying to enrol here.
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Student composition of Brunel University
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Total number of students enrolled at Brunel University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 11215
- postgraduates:
- 4730
- Total:
- 15945
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Psychology”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 26 October, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 19 July, 2022