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Psychology in Clearing

Psychology explores how we think, feel and behave, from understanding how the brain enables the mind to social influences. It’s a subject rooted in scientific research that helps us understand ourselves and others.

Our accredited psychology degree courses explore human thought, emotion and behaviour, with a scientific and research-led approach. You can choose to study psychology with another specialist subject. 

Finding your psychology degree course in Clearing could lead you to a future in mental health, counselling, education or research, where your insight into human behaviour will support wellbeing and positive change across society. 

This page was last updated on 30 June 2026.

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Thinking about studying psychology through Clearing?

If places are available, you may be able to apply once you have your exam results.

Some courses prefer a science background and may include elements of research and statistics.

This page introduces some of the courses, answers some questions and shows you the next steps.

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The course is BPS-accredited which was important to me if I wanted to go on to be a practising psychologist in the future.

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Why study psychology at the University of Brighton?

  • All our courses are accredited by the British Psychological Society 

  • Our Psychology Research Laboratories are fully equipped to support a wide range of experimental and qualitative research, to enhance your learning.

  • Choose to study psychology with criminology, sociology or counselling studies.

  • We offer a range of option modules so you can tailor your studies to your interests and career aspirations.

  • We offer placement opportunities so you can put the theory into practice and gain valuable professional experience.

  • Visiting lecturers share their experiences of working in the sector industry.

Accreditation

  • Our psychology degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)

  • Studying a BPS accredited degree gives you eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) – the first step to becoming a Chartered Psychologist.

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Psychology courses you might be interested in 

  • Psychology BSc(Hons)
  • Psychology and Criminology BA(Hons)
  • Psychology and Sociology BA(Hons)
  • Psychology with Counselling Studies BSc(Hons) 

Check the Clearing courses available in 2026 on our website from early July.   

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Questions about psychology courses

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  • Possibly. Psychology is a science-based subject, but entry requirements vary by course. Some routes may accept students from a range of backgrounds, while others may prefer science, psychology or related subjects. At Brighton you don’t need to have studied either. Check the course page for details before applying. 

  • A variety of psychology courses could be available with variations including Psychology with Counselling Studies, Psychology and Criminology, and, Psychology and Sociology. 

  • It can be, but you should check the course accreditation carefully. Some psychology degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), which can give eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership. All of Brighton's psychology courses are accredited by the BPS. 

  • Some psychology courses include practical research, lab-based learning or placement opportunities. The exact structure depends on the course, so check the course details if practical experience is important to you. All of Brighton's psychology courses you'll find in Clearing include practical research, lab-based learning and placement opportunities. 

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