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

Psychology with a Year Abroad

University of Kent

(3.8)
108 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Psychology with a Year Abroad course at University of Kent.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A,B,B

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: C881

Here's what University of Kent says about its Psychology with a Year Abroad course.

Psychology with a Year Abroad How do people think, perceive and feel? Psychology is the scientific understanding of human behaviour that opens doors to a wide range of careers, from clinical, business and forensic psychologist to social work and roles in marketing, public relations and human resources.

Our British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited degree enables you to confront the issues that humans face with psychology's scientific principles. From brain injury to prejudice reduction, child development to offending behaviour and rehabilitation. We provide you with the tools to develop interventions for hospitals, schools and businesses, making a difference to society through innovations in policy and research.

You spend the third year studying at one of our partner universities in Europe. Shape your degree outside the classroom by participating in our student-led Psychology Society who host regular events including co-run seminars with our academic team exploring current questions. Step in to our active community.

Your future Our graduates currently have excellent graduate employment prospects, working in clinical, forensic and occupational psychology or in allied fields related to therapy, teaching, or social work. Many work in communication-focused roles in marketing, public relations and publishing.

If you choose an undergraduate programme with a placement year you can spend a year working with professional psychologists in, for example, the NHS, the Prison Service or another government agency or in a business setting and gain experience that will enhance your employability.

Our experience schemes allow students to either gain practical experience of ongoing research projects or to gain an insight into the workplace and the local community.

Location Our city, your time. It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere. We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!

Course details

Qualification

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

Department

School of Psychology

Location

Canterbury campus | Canterbury

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Psychology

Start date

September 27, 2025

Application deadline

January 29, 2025

The modules you will study

Year 1 Compulsory modules currently include: Succeeding at University and Beyond The Science of Psychology: Past and Future Biological and Cognitive Psychology Making Sense of Psychological Data Understanding People and Groups Big Questions in Psychology

Year 2 Compulsory modules currently include: Developmental Psychology Conducting, Evaluating Research and Solving Problems with Psychological Data Brain and Cognition Personality and Social Psychology Optional modules may include: Topics in Business Psychology Understanding Psychological Distress: A normal reaction to adverse experiences? The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour

Year Abroad

Year 3 Compulsory modules currently include: Using Practical Psychology Psychology Project Optional modules may include: Business Psychology in Context Forensic Psychology: Real-World Applications Cognition in Action Challenging and Diversifying Perspectives on Distress Study Designs and Data Collection

University of Kent reviews

(3.8)
Based on 108 reviews from University of Kent's students and alumni
5 star
25%
4 star
41%
3 star
24%
2 star
6%
1 star
4%
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Five stars: Excellent

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A lot of societies and social activities available

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1st year student

Have a lot of offers on campus cafes and shops for students, even a food bank is available

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1st year student

Many resources available

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1st year student

Organised and clean

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1st year student

Very interesting and hands on

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores

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 University of Kent students who took the Psychology with a Year Abroad course - or another course in the same subject area.

Psychology (non-specific)

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

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

78%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

87%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

65%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

71%

low

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

73%

low

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

76%

low

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

67%

low

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

74%

low

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

60%

low

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

68%

low

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

76%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

52%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

62%

low

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

64%

low

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

78%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

74%

low

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

68%

low

How well organised is your course?

63%

low

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

86%

med

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

92%

med

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

81%

low

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

44%

low

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

74%

low

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

59%

low

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

74%

med

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

76%

low

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

83%

med

Student information

See who's studying at University of Kent. These students are taking Psychology with a Year Abroad or another course from the same subject area.

Psychology
Mode of study
Full-time99%Part-time1%
Gender ratio
Female83%Male17%
Where students come from
International11%UK89%
Student performance
2:1 or above85%
First year dropout rate6%
Number of students735
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
PsychologyB
SociologyB
English LiteratureB
BiologyB
HistoryB
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of Kent graduates who took Psychology with a Year Abroad - or another course in the same subject area.

Psychology (non-specific)

Graduate statistics

52%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

83%

In work, study or other activity

60%

Say it fits with future plans

60%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

15%

Business and public service associate professionals

11%

Administrative occupations

11%

Caring personal services

11%

Therapy professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Kent graduates who took Psychology with a Year Abroad - or another course in the same subject area.

Psychology

Earnings

£18.6k

First year after graduation

£24.8k

Third year after graduation

£27.4k

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 Psychology with a Year Abroad.

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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