The Student Room Group

Stats for psychology 2025 entry- are they good enough?

Hi all,
I have listed my stats and unis I am hoping to apply to(for undergrad psychology), I am looking for advice on whether my ambitions are realistic, I am particularly worried about my GCSE's holding me back.
Gcses= 777666544(5 in maths, 4s in classics/textiles)
A level predicted= A*AB (+volunteering, kings college lectures, tennis, sea cadets, speaking competitions, books + moocs, EPQ)
Appying to= Manchester, nottingham, southampton, brighton, birmingham

Many thanks :smile:

Reply 1

Yes you can get in with those. Definitely realistic. All they ask is 5 at a 6 or above, and usually Maths at a 5.
Original post
by chiarabarce27
Hi all,
I have listed my stats and unis I am hoping to apply to(for undergrad psychology), I am looking for advice on whether my ambitions are realistic, I am particularly worried about my GCSE's holding me back.
Gcses= 777666544(5 in maths, 4s in classics/textiles)
A level predicted= A*AB (+volunteering, kings college lectures, tennis, sea cadets, speaking competitions, books + moocs, EPQ)
Appying to= Manchester, nottingham, southampton, brighton, birmingham
Many thanks :smile:

Hi @chiarabarce27

The University of Brighton would welcome an application from you with the qualifications and grades you have listed 😊

We also have an open day for this course coming up on the 23rd November if you'd like to attend you can book a place.

Our Psychology BSc(Hons) is in the top 25% in the UK for graduate earnings in psychology, three years after graduating Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2022. It's also accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and we follow the BPS curriculum, this means the content of your course prepares you for entry to the profession and for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the BPS.

93% of students recommend their Brighton experience (Unicompare)

The course also offers:

Varied study methods modules generally involve weekly lectures followed by seminars or practical sessions. These run alongside structured learning activities and independent study.

Study all the major branches of psychology: developmental, cognitive, social and biological.

Experienced and enthusiastic lecturers create an environment in which curious and critical future psychologists can develop and flourish.

The option to take a community placement, putting theory in to practice, gaining experience and making key contacts in the sector.

Volunteering opportunities outside your course broaden experience and links with sector.

Visiting lecturers share their experiences of working in industry.


I hope this is helpful! Best of luck with your applications 😁

Danielle - Brighton Uni Rep

Quick Reply

How The Student Room is moderated

To keep The Student Room safe for everyone, we moderate posts that are added to the site.