Applied Psychology BA/BSc (Hons)
University of Suffolk

Key Course Facts
Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22509 | £20425 | £24213 |
25-75 percentile range | £20026 - £25605 | £15631 - £25374 | £19652 - £30242 |
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Course Description
The BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology is designed to help students develop an understanding of the theories that inform care and education service provision and will enhance their practice and career progression. The course is aimed at those with an interest in human development and behaviour, and who may be working in settings where they support children and/or adults.
Students learn to investigate questions, exploring contemporary issues centred on people’s lives. They acquire the skills necessary to apply theory and research to the real world, giving them the context needed to put their skills to use in the workplace.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Qualification requirements
M in T Level Health, Healthcare Science, or Science.
English language requirements
test | Grade |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6 |
IELTS (Academic) | 6 |
Costs
Tuition Fees Applied Psychology BA/BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £13992 | year 1 |
International | £13992 | year 1 |
Ireland | £13992 | 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:
August 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)
UCAS application code:
C800
University Rankings
of University of Suffolk
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 8 different rankings
Positions of University of Suffolk in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Suffolk in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #28
- #40
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- Psychology
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 07 September, 2024]
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- #43
- #58
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- Psychology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
See all 8 university rankings of University of Suffolk
About University of Suffolk
List of 79 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of Suffolk - Course Catalogue
Student composition of University of Suffolk
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Suffolk by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12245
- postgraduates:
- 265
- Total:
- 12510
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Applied Psychology”: 370 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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FAQ about Applied Psychology BA/BSc (Hons) University of Suffolk
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- University of Suffolk achieved the highest ranking for Psychology. It is ranked #40 in (Psychology). See all subject rankings for University of Suffolk.
- Applied Psychology BA/BSc (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at University of Suffolk.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of which makes it one of the 0% most difficult courses to enter among all Applied Psychology students in the UK.
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 07 September, 2024