Overview

This Applied Psychology (Hons) course from Robert Gordon University is delivered by a small, friendly, research-active staff group.In your first two years you will study a range of social science modules. This initial grounding will be invaluable for exploring the real-world applications of psychology, before you specialise in psychology-based modules and tailoring your degree according to your interests. Additionally, you will be developing a series of transferable skills that will be vital for your future career.

Job Prospects

Psychology is useful for a number of careers in a variety of areas, such as education, the criminal justice system and social care.

Throughout the course you will also be learning important transferable skills that will be needed in the changing workplace. There is also the opportunity to pursue a higher degree, such as a Masters or PhD.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

The first year of this course is an opportunity to exploresocial science theories and applications including elements of psychology, sociology, research methods and politics. Additionally you will develop generic academic skills such as writing reports, presenting and study skills.

You will build upon the skills developed in year one, by exploring the topics in greater depth and specialist modules. Academic skills will also be developed further.

In year three you can specialise in psychology-based modules. Through the completion of a number of core topics, you will advance your knowledge and experience of psychology, psychology-based research and how these can be applied to contemporary, real-world issues.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-10 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-07 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Psychology Public Health Clinical Psychology View 778 other Bachelors in Psychology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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80

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61

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

SQA Higher: BBBB to include a written subject requiring the use of English.

GCE A Level Year 1 entry: BCC to include a written subject requiring the use of English.

GCE A Level Year 2 entry: BBC to include a written subject requiring the use of English.

Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: H2H2H3H3 to include a written subject requiring the use of English.

IB Diploma Year 1 entry: 28 to include a Higher Level written subject requiring the use of English.

IB Diploma Year 2 entry: 29 to include a Higher Level written subject requiring the use of English.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16980 GBP / year

≈ 16980 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Rest of UK and EU Students

£5890 per year

Living costs

Aberdeen

United Kingdom

729 - 1069 GBP / month

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