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Royal Holloway, University of London · Egham

BSc Psychology

UndergraduatePsychology

Studies how the brain and mind work, from perception and memory to emotion and social behaviour. Suits students interested in psychology careers or further training.

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01Academic route

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Students with A-levels considered for direct entry (grades on each course page); International Foundation Year and International Year One offered through the Royal Holloway International Study Centre

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02English evidence

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Varies by course, e.g. 6.5 overall with 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in other subscores (business, law) or 6.5 with no subscore below 5.5 (computer science)

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Scholarship information

Potential funding at Royal Holloway, University of London

Students living in Sri Lanka receive an automatic £4,000 tuition fee reduction on full-time self-funded masters (Sept 2027/Jan 2028 entry); the International Undergraduate Scholarship gives £3,000 off fees each year for international students achieving BBB at A-level or equivalent.

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Programme overview

A clearer look at BSc Psychology

Studies how the brain and mind work, from perception and memory to emotion and social behaviour. Suits students interested in psychology careers or further training.

This 36-month undergraduate route concentrates on cognition, development and social behaviour, psychological research methods and statistics, applying evidence to individual and social questions. The course record does not promise a placement, so students should judge it primarily by its curriculum, teaching approach and project opportunities.

Course focus

What you can expect to explore

  • Cognition, development and social behaviour
  • Psychological research methods and statistics
  • Applying evidence to individual and social questions
  • Study major explanations of mind and behaviour.

Skills development

Capabilities you can build

  • Research design
  • Statistical analysis
  • Critical evaluation
  • Evidence-based communication

The balance of technical, academic and professional skills depends on the modules and assessments offered for your intake.

Learning experience

How you may learn

  • Applied work such as case studies, workshops, projects or problem-based tasks.
  • Independent study and progressively more complex assignments or projects.
  • Assessment may combine coursework, reports, presentations, examinations or projects; the exact balance is set by the university.
Who is this course for?

A strong fit for students curious about mind and behaviour who are prepared to engage with scientific research, statistics and critical evaluation. Entry requirements still determine eligibility, and students should compare the official module list with their own career goals before applying.

Career direction

Where it may lead

Relevant career directions may include:

  • Assistant psychologist
  • Research assistant
  • People or wellbeing professional
  • Further professional psychology training

These are examples, not guaranteed outcomes. Employment depends on your experience, location, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed.

Course contents

Published course content for this programme.

33 curriculum items were captured from the university’s official course page. These may include modules, course units or published curriculum topics, and can change by intake, pathway and availability.

  1. 01
    Understanding Psychological ResearchPublished course content
  2. 02
    Understanding Individuals and GroupsPublished course content
  3. 03
    Understanding Development across the LifespanPublished course content
  4. 04
    How to be a PsychologistPublished course content
  5. 05
    Understanding Perception and CognitionPublished course content
  6. 06
    Understanding NeurosciencePublished course content
  7. 07
    Understanding Mental Health and WellbeingPublished course content
  8. 08
    Academic IntegrityPublished course content
  9. 09
    Psychological Research Methods and AnalysisPublished course content
  10. 10
    Cognitive PsychologyPublished course content
  11. 11
    Social PsychologyPublished course content
  12. 12
    Developmental PsychologyPublished course content
  13. 13
    Personality and Individual DifferencesPublished course content
  14. 14
    Brain and BehaviourPublished course content
  15. 15
    Final Year ProjectPublished course content
  16. 16
    Employability in PsychologyPublished course content
  17. 17
    Communication in the Social WorldPublished course content
  18. 18
    Methods in Cognitive NeurosciencePublished course content
  19. 19
    Advanced Developmental PsychologyPublished course content
  20. 20
    The Ageing BrainPublished course content
  21. 21
    Social Psychology in the Real WorldPublished course content
  22. 22
    Adult PsychopathologyPublished course content
  23. 23
    Clinical and Cognitive NeurosciencePublished course content
  24. 24
    Occupational and Organisational PsychologyPublished course content
  25. 25
    Health Psychology and WellbeingPublished course content
  26. 26
    Developmental DisordersPublished course content
  27. 27
    Criminal and Forensic PsychologyPublished course content
  28. 28
    Educational PsychologyPublished course content
  29. 29
    Social and Affective NeurosciencePublished course content
  30. 30
    Data Science: AI & Machine Learning in Psychology & BeyondPublished course content
  31. 31
    Psychology of Love, Death and MeaningPublished course content
  32. 32
    Psychology of Brain InjuryPublished course content
  33. 33
    Advanced StatisticsPublished course content

Source checked 19 October 2026. Titles are shown as concise factual course information; the university remains the authoritative source.

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Entry requirements

Can I apply?

Academic
A-levels AAA-AAB; GCSE English Language and Maths required
Sri Lankan qualifications
Students with A-levels considered for direct entry (grades on each course page); International Foundation Year and International Year One offered through the Royal Holloway International Study Centre
English (IELTS)
Varies by course, e.g. 6.5 overall with 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in other subscores (business, law) or 6.5 with no subscore below 5.5 (computer science)

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  1. We check your eligibility and documents.
  2. We prepare and submit your application to Royal Holloway, University of London.
  3. We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
  4. We guide your Student visa application.

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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on royalholloway.ac.uk. The expanded description is original GEC guidance built from the recorded course summary, award level and subject; it does not reproduce a university or partner listing word for word. Exact modules, teaching, assessment, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with Royal Holloway, University of London before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.