
Psychology FdSc
Course Overview - Psychology FdSc
Psychology is an exciting, real-world science and this course provides a unique insight into how we behave. Many jobs put psychology into practice, from management and human resources to managing a factory shop floor, or running a business. The only one of its kind in the region, this course combines academic study with work placements designed to highlight the range of different careers available. You will also have an opportunity to try out specialist equipment and scientific software through guest sessions at the University of South Wales’s Pontypridd Campus.
Psychology is an exciting, real-world science and this course provides a unique insight into how we behave. Many jobs put psychology into practice, from management and human resources to managing a factory shop floor, or running a business. The only one of its kind in the region, this course combines academic study with work placements designed to highlight the range of different careers available. You will also have an opportunity to try out specialist equipment and scientific software through guest sessions at the University of South Wales’s Pontypridd Campus.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Merthyr Tydfil College
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C801
Institution Code
W01
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
48
Applications to the course will be considered on an individual basis. Typical entry requirements are detailed below but if you don’t meet these criteria, then your work and life experience will be taken into consideration. Combinations of the qualifications below are acceptable and other qualifications not listed may also be acceptable.
Access to HE Diploma
P:45
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP
Merit Pass is also acceptable.
A level
D,D
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
A*
D
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
EU, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £7,500 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
International | £12,300 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |