Psychology and Business Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Psychology and Business Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
The Aston BSc (Hons) Psychology and Business course combines two complementary disciplines to give you a powerful understanding of human behaviour and its application in real-world business contexts. Psychology explores why people think, feel and behave the way they do, examining the complex interplay between biological, psychological, environmental, social and cultural influences. This insight is highly valuable in business, where understanding behaviour underpins effective leadership, decision-making, marketing and communication.
By studying business alongside psychology,...
The Aston BSc (Hons) Psychology and Business course combines two complementary disciplines to give you a powerful understanding of human behaviour and its application in real-world business contexts. Psychology explores why people think, feel and behave the way they do, examining the complex interplay between biological, psychological, environmental, social and cultural influences. This insight is highly valuable in business, where understanding behaviour underpins effective leadership, decision-making, marketing and communication.
By studying business alongside psychology, you will learn how to apply psychological theories in practical settings, from managing and motivating teams to understanding consumer behaviour. Equally, your business studies will help you interpret psychological knowledge within real organisational and commercial environments, giving you a well-rounded and highly relevant skill set.
The programme is dual accredited and offers eligibility for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) with a minimum 2:2 degree classification. This is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist for those who wish to pursue a professional career in psychology.
You will be taught by leading experts from Aston’s Department of Psychology and Aston Business School. Aston Business School is part of an elite group of institutions worldwide to hold ‘triple-crown’ accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, reflecting the highest standards in teaching and research.
Throughout the course, you will explore a wide range of topics, including how the brain influences behaviour, how we think and learn, how people behave in groups, how language shapes thought, and how psychological wellbeing can be supported. You will also examine how our thinking develops across the lifespan and how unconscious processes can influence our decisions and actions.
As part of your degree, you will have the opportunity to undertake a career-enhancing placement year in the UK or internationally, gaining valuable professional experience and boosting your employability.
By the time you graduate, you will have developed strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills, alongside a deep understanding of human behaviour in both individual and organisational contexts—preparing you for a wide range of careers in business, psychology and beyond.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-14
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A30-C45
Institution Code
A80
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
B,B,B
B,C,C
BBB in any three A Levels. BBC in any three A levels plus grade B in either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). BCC in any three A Levels. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready. RESITS: We welcome applications from students who have retaken exams to improve their grades. Only the highest grades achieved will be considered and resit applications are treated the same as all others. PREDICTIONS AND ACHIEVED GRADES: At Aston University, we are committed to an inclusive admissions process, ensuring every applicant has the best possible opportunity. While our listed grades are the official entry requirements, we understand that predicted grades are estimates. We typically offer candidates predicted to achieve CCC or higher, provided they meet the subject-specific requirements. This approach gives applicants the opportunity to improve upon their predicted grades. However, the offer made will contain the listed grade requirements. We also consider applications from students who have already achieved at least CCC in their A Levels. These applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, considering the strength of the application, a strong academic reference and any explanations for gaps in academic history.
T Level
We accept grade Distinction in any of the below subjects: • Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction • Digital Production, Design and Development • Education and Childcare • Building Services Engineering for Construction • Onsite Construction • Digital Business Services • Digital Support Services • Health • Healthcare Science • Science
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 15.0, offer-merit: 30.0, offer-pass: 0.0
Successful completion of the QAA-recognised Access Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3. You must obtain a minimum of 15 Distinctions and 30 Merits. Please note that we do not accept the English and Maths components within the Access qualification and you must meet the GCSE entry requirements.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above and must include Mathematics and English Language. Please note that we do not accept Key Skills or Functional Skills in place of these.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
STANDARD: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in two A Level subjects. CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BC in two A Level subjects. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
STANDARD: With this BTEC you must also achieve grade B in one A Level subject. CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC you must also achieve grade C in one A Level subject. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
31.0
28.0
STANDARD: 31 points overall and must include grades 5, 5, 5 in three Higher Level subjects. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language. OR CONTEXTUAL: 28 points overall and must include grades 5, 4, 4 in three Higher Level subjects. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in both Maths and English Language. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
This will be accepted in place of one A Level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
DDM
STANDARD: With this BTEC we accept any subject with grades DDD. CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC we accept any subject with grades DDM. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
STANDARD: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in two A Level subjects. CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BC in two A Level subjects. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
STANDARD: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in two A Level subjects. CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BC in two A Level subjects. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
This will be accepted in place of one A Level.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| International | £22,575 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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