BA(Hons) Psychology Studies by Distance Learning: University of East London

About the programme

The BA (Hons) Psychology Studies degree is studied by distance learning with ICS, in collaboration with UEL. This course can be started at any time and offers a broad grounding in the study of psychology.

This programme is offered on a distance-learning basis allowing you to select your learning environment – be it your home, office or a public library. Learning material is presented in the format of textbooks with specially written Study Guides containing interactive activities; feedback is provided to enable you to monitor your own progress.

Career opportunities

This degree is not intended to give you a professional qualification. If you wish to pursue a professional qualification in Psychology you will need to go on to do further study. However, the programme will provide you with an academic qualification that will equip you with the intellectual and personal skills that have been identified as very important to employers. Career opportunities include jobs within social welfare, sport and leisure, education, human resource management, consumer research and advertising, media, market research and community work.

Admission requirments

Entry to Level 1 or the Full Programme

To enrol on the first Level or the Full Programme you must normally hold 200 UCAS tariff points or equivalent.

Entry on a Modular Basis

If you do not hold the required tariff points for Level 1 or Full Programme entry, studies will be permitted on a modular basis, following a guidance interview with a programme advisor.

In order to be able to complete this programme, a good level of English is required. In line with UEL the IELTS requirements for all distance-learning programmes are a minimum of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in both reading & writing (and a minimum of 5.0 in listening & speaking). Where English is not your first language, you may be required to provide a written example of your work in order to ensure your suitability for the programme.

Overseas students should be aware that all exams MUST be taken in the UK at one of the six listed exam venues. Students should also be aware that they are expected to cover all costs in attending the exams.