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Psychology degrees for the real world

Explore the science behind human behaviour

Psychology helps us understand how people think, feel and behave, providing valuable insights that can be applied across a wide range of careers and industries.

Whether you're interested in education, health, sport and exercise or broader psychological science, our psychology degrees combine academic knowledge with practical application, helping you develop skills that are relevant to the modern world.

Our psychology degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), providing a strong foundation for further study and a wide range of professional careers. Eligible UK full-time undergraduate students can also receive up to £6,000 financial support while they study.

You'll graduate with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence needed to pursue diverse opportunities across psychology-related fields and beyond.

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Applications for our psychology degrees starting in September 2026 are open. You can apply to us today.

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£6k Cost of Living Allowance

At University College Birmingham, we believe the cost of living shouldn’t hold you back from achieving your goals. That’s why we’re providing UK full-time undergraduate students starting in September 2026 with £6,000 each to support expenses like food, bills, and transport - completely free, with no need to pay it back.

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Explore our psychology degrees

Choose from our psychology degrees and specialist pathways in education, health, and sport and exercise, with foundation year routes available for students who do not yet meet the entry requirements for direct entry onto a degree. Explore our courses below and apply online to see if we can make you an offer.

Psychology BSc (Hons)

Often wonder why people think, feel and behave the way they do? If so, our BSc (Hons) Psychology, with its contemporary curriculum and diverse application of psychology…

Psychology with Sport and Exercise BSc (Hons)

Do you often wonder why people think, feel and behave the way they do? Do you also have a strong interest in sport and exercise and wonder how ps…

Psychology with Education BSc (Hons)

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in schools and guiding others through their educational journeys? Are you intrigued by the application o…

Psychology with Health BSc (Hons)

Do you often wonder why people think, feel and behave the way they do? Do you also have a strong interest in health and wonder how psychology applies? Then o…

Psychology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

Our Psychology course with foundation year has lower entry requirements and provides an accessible entry route to a full undergraduate degree. Work-…

Psychology with Education with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

Our Psychology with Education with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) explores the science behind learning, behaviour and development, prepar…

Psychology with Sport and Exercise with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

Our Psychology course with foundation year has lower entry requirements and provides an accessible entry route to a full und…

Psychology with Health with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

Our Psychology with health with foundation year course has lower entry requirements and provides an accessible entry route to a full und…

Psychology (Conversion) MSc

Do you have a real interest in the discipline of psychology, but studied your undergraduate degree in a different area? Then our new MSc Psychology (Conversion) co…

Our courses are accredited by The British Psychological Society.

University College Birmingham works with a wide range of organisations to ensure you receive the best possible training and qualifications recognised by the industry.

"Studying psychology exposes you to learning to understand how the mind develops as you age and across environments. This degree is for you if you love working with people and helping drive behaviour change, improving wellbeing or enhancing performance."

Dr Will Crossen Lecturer and practitioner psychologist

Why study psychology at UCB?

Up to £6,000 financial support available for eligible UK full-time undergraduate students
BPS-accredited degrees recognised by the British Psychological Society
No traditional exams with assessment through coursework, projects, presentations and practical work
Specialist pathways in education, health, and sport and exercise alongside our core psychology degree
Foundation year routes available for students who do not yet meet the entry requirements for direct entry onto a degree
Diverse career opportunities across education, health, wellbeing, research, business and beyond

Community and support

Our diverse and inclusive community will help you build friendships, discover new interests and make the most of university life.

You'll also have access to award-winning support throughout your studies, from academic skills and careers guidance to health, wellbeing and disability support. Whatever your goals, we're here to help you succeed.

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