Course Comparison

Course
MSc Psychology BSc (Hons) Psychology
Award
Master of Science - MSc Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons)
Duration
1 year 3 years
Assessment breakdown
- -
Course type
Full-time, Part-time route available Full-time
Placement
- (+ optional placement)
Location
Plymouth Plymouth
Provider
School of Psychology School of Psychology
Entry requirements
This programme is ideal if you’re wishing to make a career change into psychology, or if you have overseas qualifications and wish to convert your psychology degree into one approved by the BPS.
  • Bachelor (honours) degree at 2:1 or above in a relevant subject area. However, we would also consider applicants with a 2:2 level who can demonstrate previous studies or professional experience related to psychology, research methods or statistics.
  • GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English. Consideration may be given to Functional Skills Level 2 in Mathematics. Please note we do not accept Functional Skills Level 2 in English, or Key Skills in Maths or English, or Adult Literacy/Numeracy.
  • To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our UCAS tariff and entry requirements glossary.
  • If you have overseas qualifications you can check their comparability with the UK equivalent through UK ENIC, who provide an advisory service.
  • If English is not your first language and you do not have GCSE English grade C/4 or above you will have to achieve an IELTS (or equivalent qualification) at the grade of at least 6.5 overall. International students – English language requirements
  • For further advice on the appropriateness of overseas qualification and proficiency in the use of English, please contact our International Office .

Extended entry requirements

  • In addition to the above, evidence of academic study within the last five years is required.
  • Meeting the academic minimum is the first stage of an application being considered. Applicants must also submit a strong personal statement in order to be considered further. Applicants should demonstrate evidence of their interest in Psychology.
  • We will require an academic reference as part of the application process.
A Level: 112-128 points from a minimum of three A levels from any subjects.
Other combinations and non-A level qualifications considered; please contact admissions@plymouth.ac.uk.
International Baccalaureate: 28-32 points overall.
BTEC: DMM-DDM in any subject.
Access courses: Pass an Access to HE course in science, humanities or combined social sciences with at least 33 credits at merit.
T level: Merit, any subjects.
GCSE: 5 GCSE subjects at grade C/4 or above are preferred and this does not necessarily need to be Mathematics and English subjects.
Extended entry requirements
  • English language requirements
  • We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.
  • Students under the age of 18 at the start of the programme are eligible to apply for this programme.