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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Applied Psychology

Coventry University

(4.2)
162 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Applied Psychology course at Coventry University.

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Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: C810

Here's what Coventry University says about its Applied Psychology course.

The degree course aims to provide you with a solid grounding for building a career in psychology-related disciplines.

Vocational modules allow you to understand how the key theories of psychology are applied in the professional context, and the course explores the use of psychology in areas such as health, education, sport, forensic, clinical and the law.

This allows you to learn about psychology in practice from different perspectives. The course aims to offer you the opportunity to gain real-world exposure across the course through engagement with a variety of psychologists from different fields, enhanced with visits and guest speakers (subject to availability)2.

Why you should study this course

  • This course aims to provide you with an understanding of the disciplines found within psychology and an awareness of how these are used when working with clients.

  • Opportunity to undertake an optional placement or study abroad year.

If you choose to leave the degree course after successfully passing Year 1, you will be eligible for a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Applied Psychology. If you choose to leave the degree course after successfully passing Year 2, you will be eligible for a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Applied Psychology.

For the most up-to-date information about course modules, sandwich years or part-time learning, please visit our website.

https://www.coventry.ac.uk/cul/course-structure/hnc-hnd-degree/applied-psychology/?term=2026-27

Source: Coventry University

Course details

There are a few options in how you might study Applied Psychology at Coventry University.

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12 course options available.

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

CU Group

Location

CU London (Dagenham) | London

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Applied psychology

Start date

May 2027

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year (provisional)
Scotland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Wales£9,535 per year (provisional)
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Channel Islands£9,535 per year (provisional)
Republic of Ireland£9,535 per year (provisional)

The modules you will study

Year 1: Principles of Psychology Developing Self in Society Psychology in Context Introducing Research in Psychology

Year 2: Individual Differences and Personality Brain and Behaviour Real World Applications in Psychology Research Methods

Final year: Applied Social and Developmental Psychology Cognition and Performance Introduction to Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) Research Project

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Please check our website for the latest information.

How you will be assessed

The learning outcomes of modules, assignments and projects will be clearly stated. Your work will be marked according to how well you achieve these learning outcomes and your final feedback will refer to each outcome, as well as providing an overall percentage grade.

Assessment methods vary and include: practical class and project performance, written practical reports, project thesis, oral presentations, tutorial tasks and assessments which take place at the end of each six-week block.

Course Breakdown: Coursework

Coventry University student reviews

(4.2)
Based on 162 reviews from Coventry University's students and alumni
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3 star
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literally the biggest waste of time and money. all the good courses are full so good luck getting a place, all the arts courses are extremely underfunded and extremely politically charged. I've met multiple young people like me who have multiple jobs. wasted 36k, just get an apprenticeship

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The student union is active but they are not very accommodating

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The campus life is amazing . There are alot of events and activities that can be done.

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The cost of living is not that high as most of this area is filled with students but the university fee is high

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I recieved a lot of help from my lectures in the beginning and till now as they try to accommodate you as best as they can.

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The facilities are amazing. The classes are well equipped and the library and hub is amazing.

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Coventry University

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from Coventry University students who took the Applied Psychology course - or another course in the same subject area.

Applied psychology

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

84%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

92%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

79%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

76%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

89%

high

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

82%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

76%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

87%

high

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

76%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

92%

high

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

79%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

74%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

82%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

74%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

87%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

79%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

59%

low

How well organised is your course?

63%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

94%

high

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

97%

high

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

80%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

59%

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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

84%

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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

81%

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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

78%

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During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

92%

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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

84%

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Student information

See who's studying at Coventry University. These students are taking Applied Psychology or another course from the same subject area.

Applied psychology
Mode of study
Full-time99%Part-time1%
Gender ratio
Female72%Male27%Other1%
Where students come from
International27%UK73%
Student performance
2:1 or above74%
Number of students95
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
PsychologyB
SociologyC
HistoryC
BiologyU
Business StudiesB
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about Coventry University graduates who took Applied Psychology - or another course in the same subject area.

Applied psychology

Graduate statistics

30%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

85%

In work, study or other activity

55%

Say it fits with future plans

25%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

25%

Sales occupations

15%

Elementary occupations

15%

Teaching Professionals

5%

Administrative occupations

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from Coventry University graduates who took Applied Psychology - or another course in the same subject area.

Psychology

Earnings

£22.6k

First year after graduation

£24.5k

Third year after graduation

£27.7k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Applied Psychology.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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We are a forward-looking, modern university with a proud tradition as a provider of high-quality education and a focus on applied research.

Our students benefit from state-of-the-art equipment and facilities in all academic disciplines including health, design and engineering laboratories, performing arts studios and computing centres. We have been chosen to host three national Centres of Excellence in Teaching and Learning which has enabled us to invest substantial sums of money in health, design and mathematics.

Our city-centre campus is continually developing and evolving, and we have plans for further investment in it over the next few years. We are a major presence in Coventry, which contributes to the city's friendly and vibrant atmosphere and also enables us to foster successful business partnerships.

Through our links with leading-edge businesses and organisations in the public and voluntary sectors, our students are able to access project and placement opportunities that enhance their employability on graduation.

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