This is a joint honours degree, which allows you to study 50% of your course in Psychology and 50% in Counselling.
Studying Psychology at BGU will allow you to gain an in-depth understanding of the scientific nature of the subject and of its wider cultural and social impact. You will develop your understanding of psychology and its theories of the mind, emotions and behaviour and become familiar with how these theories are applied in our lives, communities and societies. For full information on Psychology, click here.
At BGU a range of different approaches to counselling can be studied, including psychoanalytic, humanistic and cognitive behavioural. This course gives a solid grounding in the understanding of counselling and offers transferable skills, particularly relevant when working closely with other people in a helping profession such as caring, nursing, social work and probation, as well as in human resources, management or mediation and advocacy positions. For full information on Counselling, click here.
This joint honours degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as conferring eligibility for Graduate Membership of the Society with the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, provided the minimum standard of qualification of Second-Class Honours is achieved and the empirical psychology project is passed. This is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist and/or Practicing Psychologist.
Further Information
Entry Requirements
UCAS have introduced a new tariff for 2017 entry. The grades required to meet our entry requirements are equivalent to 2016 entry.
| 2017 Entry |
| You will typically require a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points (from a maximum of four advanced level qualifications) including typically at least two A levels (or equivalents), plus evidence of a scientific or numerate A level subject at grade C or above. Example scientific or numerate subjects include:
Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Maths, Psychology, Sport, Geography, Business Studies, ICT, or a Health related subject. We will consider equivalent subject-related experience and value a strong motivation to study Psychology. However we are able to consider a range of qualifications such as:
This list is not exhaustive, please click here for the qualifications we consider in the new UCAS Tariff. You will also need GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at Grade C or above (or equivalent). |
In addition, all students will need to pay £57.20 for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). A successful Enhanced Disclosure is required before commencing the course.
If you are unsure if your qualifications are suitable, please contact our Enquiries team for advice on +44 (0) 1522 583658 or email enquiries@bishopg.ac.uk and we will be happy to talk to you about your individual circumstances. We also encourage applications from mature students and recognise that your experience or qualifications are likely to be different. Again, please contact Enquiries if you require any further information. BGU is committed to widening access and participation and we adhere to a strict policy of non-discrimination
Accreditation for Prior Learning
If you’ve recently completed or studied a particular module as part of a previous qualification, this may mean that you’re not required to undertake a particular module of your BGU course. However this must be agreed in writing and you must apply for this.
Please click here for BGU’s Statement on A level and GCSE Reform in England
KEY FACTS
Award: BA (Hons)
Duration: 3 years full-time
Start Date: September
Typical Offer: 112 UCAS tariff points
Institution Code: B38
UCAS Code: BC98
