University of Suffolk
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
Median salary £22509 £20425 £24213
25-75 percentile range £20026 - £25605 £15631 - £25374 £19652 - £30242

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

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IELTS (Academic) 6
IELTS (Academic) 6
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Costs

Tuition Fees Applied Psychology BA/BSc (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
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

#98
University Guru Meta Ranking
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

    • #28 
    • #40 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #43 
    • #58 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

See all 8 university rankings of University of Suffolk

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undergraduates:
12245
postgraduates:
265
Total:
12510
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Where is this programme taught

University of Suffolk at East Coast College (Great Yarmouth)
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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.

  • 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.