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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C800

Psychology

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland
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4 yearsDuration
£21,192Per Year (Intl)
£1,820Home Fee
80%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Heriot-Watt University, the BSc (Hons) Psychology provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in psychology. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. BSc Psychology at Heriot-Watt University is accredited by the British Psychological Society – an accreditation required for anyone who wishes to pursue a career as a professional psychologist. Psychology uses scientific methods to examine key themes in the relationship between mind and behaviour. Through psychological study, we can explore the influence biology has on behaviour; the way humans develop from early infancy to adulthood; and the way people perceive the world, think, solve problems and make decisions. International tuition fees are £21,192 per year, home/UK fees are £1,820 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 80% student satisfaction rating, a 81% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Cognitive Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Individual Differences
Psychobiology
Social Psychology
UCAS Code:C800
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BBC

For entry to Year 2: BBB including Psychology.

International Baccalaureate

29 points

For entry to Year 2: 34 points with Psychology at Higher Level 5.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic63

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£21,192

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£84,768

Home Student Fee

£1,820

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and funding

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — Heriot-Watt University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£17,500£22,500£26,500
5 years£23,500£27,500£32,500

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 10% below UK average salary
This course
£22,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 10% above UK average salary
This course
£27,500
UK average
£25,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 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

45%Working
40%Studying
10%Work & Study
80%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
80%
Learning opportunities
76%
Assessment and feedback
74%
Academic support
85%
Organisation and management
86%
Learning resources
90%
Student voice
78%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
81%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University offers Psychology as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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