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BSc (Hons) Psychology with Management

Key information

Find out more about our 3 year honours degree option.

UCAS code
C8N2
Level
Undergraduate
Delivery type
Full Time
Degree qualification
BSc (Hons)
Mode of delivery
On-Campus
Duration
3-4 years
Location
Edinburgh
Start date
September

This programme focuses on problems in the real world, considering how psychology can help us to address them. As a career-focused university, our BSc Psychology with Management degree materials are designed to provide you with practical skills that you can apply in professional roles. As well, this course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), providing the necessary accreditation if you are looking to become a professional psychologist. 

Heriot-Watt University enjoys an established reputation for teaching and research in both psychology and management, and both disciplines promote a high level of interdisciplinary research. 

The psychology component of the degree covers the discipline’s main areas including social psychology, developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, biological psychology, individual differences, and research methods, and emphasises their application to various employment-related contexts.  

The management component of the courses introduces and allows specialism within marketing, human resource management, finance, and management.  

At all stages of the programme, there will be opportunities to take optional courses, allowing you to tailor your studies to meet your interests. The precise choice of courses at each stage will change over time, adapting to your interests and the research specialisms of academic staff. 

You’ll benefit from the industry relevance of the programme, which will set you up for life after graduation. Upon completion, you’ll have the relevant knowledge and skills to start a career in the fields of psychology or business management. 

Your student experience

Your learning will be informed by the expertise of our research-active academics whose work in the Centre for Applied Behavioural Sciences covers three key areas: 

  • Cognition, brain, and behaviour 

  • Lifespan health and wellbeing 

  • Work, society, and environment 

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Course content

September intake - Edinburgh

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The Heriot-Watt experience

Student testimonials

I loved the degree itself and the opportunities Heriot-Watt have for Psychology. I was drawn to specific courses within the degree as I really wanted to study Neuropsychology and Mental Health. I also fell in love with the campus. I loved how green and beautiful the grounds were. Now I am going to pursue a MSc in Clinical Health Psychology as my career aspiration is to be a Clinical Psychologist.

Claire Rogers

BSc Psychology (2022)

Fees and funding

intake tuition fees
StatusFee
ScotlandPaid by SAAS
England / Wales / N Ireland / Rep of Ireland£9,790
International£21,192
  • Status: Your residency status is usually defined as the country where you have been ordinarily resident for the three years before the start of your course.
  • International: 'International' includes applicants from European Union countries who do not hold Pre-Settled or Settled status in UK. (This does not include students from the Republic of Ireland - see above).

Scholarships and bursaries

Bursaries for students from England, Northern Ireland or Wales

In addition to government loans and grants towards the costs of fees and living costs, we are offering generous financial support to attract and support eligible undergraduate students from England, Northern Ireland or Wales:

  • Heriot-Watt University Bursary (up to £3,100 per year)
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Entry requirements

We have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet.

Why Heriot-Watt

We have been producing career-ready graduates since 1821. With our roots as the world’s first Mechanics Institute, Heriot-Watt is a pioneering university with a global reach.

At Heriot-Watt, learning goes beyond the lecture theatre. We tackle real world challenges through extraordinary research – from climate change to protecting our oceans, to advancing life-saving medical breakthroughs and shaping the next generation of AI. We are also committed to developing forward-thinking design and sustainable business practices that impact industries worldwide. On our campuses you’ll find some of the world’s most advanced facilities, while our strong industry links set you up for career success. This is why almost 90% of our graduates are in employment or further education (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024).

Employability

Salary

£25,000
The average UK salary of students 15 months after graduating from a similar course

Potential career paths

  • Business and public service associate professionals
  • Welfare and housing associate professionals
  • Therapy professionals

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