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This program centers on real-world challenges, exploring how psychology can offer solutions. As a career-oriented institution, our BSc Psychology with Management degree equips you with hands-on skills applicable in professional settings. Additionally, the course holds accreditation from the British Psychological Society (BPS), essential for those pursuing a career in professional psychology. Heriot-Watt University is renowned for excellence in both psychology and management education and research, fostering strong interdisciplinary collaboration. The psychology curriculum spans core areas—social, developmental, cognitive, and biological psychology, individual differences, and research methods—with a focus on workplace applications. The management component offers specialization options in marketing, HR, finance, and general management. Throughout the program, you'll have flexibility to choose electives that align with your interests and faculty expertise. The program's industry relevance prepares you for post-graduation success, providing the foundational knowledge for careers in psychology or business management. Potential career paths include: Business and public service support roles Community welfare positions Therapeutic professions
Year 1 Standard entry requirements - Highers AABB (over two sittings). A-Levels BBC – ABB. International Baccalaureate 29 points. BTEC Extended Diploma DMM (Health and Social Sciences preferred). HNC B in graded unit (Social Sciences is preferred). HND BB (BBB where HND includes 3 graded units) (Social Sciences is preferred). Please check that you meet our University-wide National 5/GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths requirements. Year 1 Minimum entry requirements - Highers BBBC (over two sittings). A-Levels BCC. International Baccalaureate 29 points. BTEC Extended Diploma MMM (Health and Social Sciences preferred). HNC B in graded unit (Social Sciences preferred). HND BC (C) / CB (B) (where HND includes 3 graded units). Year 2 - Advanced Highers BB (plus AABB at Higher). Advanced Highers / Highers must include Psychology and relevant subject in Business is recommended. A-Levels ABB A-levels must include Psychology and relevant subject in Business is recommended. International Baccalaureate 34 points. IB must include Higher Level 5 in Psychology and relevant subject in Business is recommended. BTEC Extended Diploma DDM in Health and Social Sciences. HNC A in Social Sciences graded unit with 120 SCQF credit points. HND BBB in Social Sciences graded units. Global College Successful completion of our Psychology with Accelerator Programme. The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5. TOEFL iBT - 79 (including reading 18, listening 17, speaking 20, and writing 21).