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Professional Placement Year Bursary
Bath Spa University · Undergraduate
£1,500scholarship value
- Available to all international students
- For undergraduate study
- Open to your course
UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: S164
Psychology and Sociology (Professional Placement Year)
Bath Spa UniversityBath, England
4 yearsDuration
£17,310Per Year (Intl)
£24,000Avg. Graduate Salary
84%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in psychology with the BA (Hons) Psychology and Sociology (Professional Placement Year) at Bath Spa University. Based in Bath, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. The scientific study of the human mind and behaviour is inherently fascinating. Our team of lecturers are passionate about the subject of psychology, using a range of teaching methods to engage and inspire you. We are as much concerned about your student experience with us, as we are about your destination after graduation. International tuition fees are £17,310 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 81% student satisfaction rating, and 71% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Research Methods in Psychology and Sociology
Foundations of Psychological Science
Introduction to Sociological Theory
Individual Behaviour and Mental Processes
Social Structures and Cultural Analysis
Quantitative Data Analysis and Statistics
Qualitative Research Methods
Applied Psychology and Social Practice
UCAS Code:S164
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBB - BCC Grades BBB-BCC. No specific subject required. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points A minimum of 32 points. No specific subject required. |
| UCAS Points | 96 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,310
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£69,240
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Student Annual tuition fee UK full time £9,790 UK part time £4,895 International full time £17,310
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Bath Spa University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,000 | £24,000 | £25,000 |
| 3 years | £16,000 | £22,000 | £25,000 |
| 5 years | £19,000 | £26,500 | £31,000 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 12% below UK average salary
This course
£22,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH04-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
62%Working
9%Studying
15%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
46%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH04-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
82%
Overall
Teaching on my course
84%Learning opportunities
84%Assessment and feedback
80%Academic support
87%Organisation and management
77%Learning resources
87%Student voice
75%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
87%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University offers Psychology and Sociology (Professional Placement Year) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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