Access to Psychology
Access to Higher Education Diploma in Psychology Pathway
Career opportunities
You can apply to universities for a Psychology degree course which can lead to careers in the statutory, private or voluntary sector:
- Clinical Psychology
- Counselling Psychology
- Educational Psychology
- Forensic Psychology
- Health Psychology
- Neuropsychology
- Occupational Psychology
- Sports & Exercise Psychology
- Teaching & Research
- Other areas including: Animal Psychology, Business Psychology, Consumer Psychology, Environmental Psychology
Acquiring the knowledge and skills to become a professional involves training and study at degree level but there is a range of vital support roles that require no set academic qualifications for which an Access Diploma is an ideal way to maximise your job prospects. Some examples of these are:
- Art Therapy
- Careers Guidance
- Counselling
- Dance Movement Therapy
- Drama Therapy
- Music Therapy
- Psychotherapy
- Speech & Language Therapy
Who are Access Courses for?
Access Courses are designed for people who would like to study at university but who left school without the usual qualifications, such as 'A' levels or GCSEs. They are also useful for changing career, entering employment supporting professionals and accessing work-based training.
Entry requirements - there are no specific entry requirements. We recommend you contact your preferred university to ask about their particular entry requirements before you start, so we can advise on the best pathway for you. We also provide GCSE equivalences to add to your Access Diploma.
What do you study?
All Psychology pathways lead to the same qualification. It is the choice of Modules which results in your specialism.
Specialist subject areas include: Research Methods, Human Biological Science, Child Development & Welfare, Adolescence, Adulthood & Old Age, Social Conflict, Social Interaction, Cognitive Psychology, Perspectives in Psychology, Biological Health & Disease, Psychopathology.
See full details >>> about the exact Psychology Course Modules and combination options.
