Psychology with optional placement year
Ulster UniversityCourse Overview
Offered by Ulster University, the BSc (Hons) Psychology with optional placement year provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in psychology. Based in Coleraine, Northern Ireland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Psychology at Ulster University promises high quality teaching in a supportive learning environment. BSc Hons Psychology: 3 years full-time. or BSc Hons Psychology with placement: 4 years full-time. International tuition fees are £17,490 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a 83% continuation rate, and 71% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC You may satisfy the requirement for the third listed A-level grade (eg BBC) by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University. |
| International Baccalaureate | 25 points To include minimum 12 at higher level. |
| UCAS Points | 112 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,490
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Ulster University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £18,500 | £22,000 | £25,000 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
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
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.
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Ulster University offers Psychology with optional placement year as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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