Can I do psychology with BTEC level 3 applied science?

Hello!
Just to clarify, have you attained or are doing any other subjects aside from your BTEC in applied sciences?
In regards to your question, it depends on the university you apply to, some universities do accept BTECs to some or all of their courses but then some universities do not accept BTECs at all. You'll need to research what universities do accept BTECs, websites such as UCAS are incredibly helpful at finding universities, including ones that will take BTEC qualifications.

yes A level Psychology

Do universities accept Students who do applied science, and if not, then what are other Options?

Good choice. I'm a little concerned though, it sounds like you're taking only 2 subjects, from my understanding most universities require 3 A-Level or A-Level equivalent (like a BTEC) qualifications to apply.

Hello!
Here at YSJ we accept students for undergraduate degrees based on UCAS points. We have a criteria of 120 UCAS points (link here to our psychology page). Each level 3 qualification, such as BTECs, A-Levels, T-Levels etc. has a different point value based on the type of qualification and the grade you got, which you can calculate using the UCAS calculator (linked here). As another member mentioned, it's typical that students require 3 subjects taken at level 3 to get enough UCAS points to qualify. If you are only taking two courses, or you are taking 3 and don't get the grades you want, we have a psychology foundation year (linked here) which requires only 48 UCAS points, which can be easily achieved with 2 courses. It does bump up the degree from 3 years to 4, but it's an accessible way to get into Psychology BSc if you don't meet the original criteria.
I hope this helped!
Alex, Student Ambassador

But BTEC is equivalent to 2 A levels plus A- level so that's three right

Hi there,
Yes if you have a BTEC which is equivalent to 2 A levels you would still get enough UCAS points. For universities that use UCAS points as long as you achieve enough UCAS points across the subjects this would not be an issue! Some universities may specify A levels so check when you are applying. Edge Hill for example asks for UCAS points so this would not be an issue and you would just need to show why you are interested in studying psychology in your application and achieve the required UCAS points. You can find details on how to calculate UCAS points online if you are unsure. 😀
Hope this helps!
Eloise
Second Year Psychology Student

Do universities accept Students who do applied science, and if not, then what are other Options?

Hello! The entry requirements for psychology undergraduates can vary a lot between universities, but are the requirements at Lancaster to study psychology with a combination of BTEC and A Level: "A level at grade B plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade AB plus BTEC at D". You will also need to have attained a 6/B in GCSE maths, though grades 5/C may be considered individually.
Hope this helps! If you have more questions then I would recommend contacting the admissions team for any programme that you may be interested in, as they will be able to advice on your specific case.
-Kat (3rd year psychology undergraduate at Lancaster University)

Do universities accept Students who do applied science, and if not, then what are other Options?

Hi I think most university will accept you even some of the top uni like Warwick, Sheffield, Liverpool and some top ones. But would say look into the optional modules that they and you to do and if you look at entry requirements would say accept Btec national

Hello! The entry requirements for psychology undergraduates can vary a lot between universities, but are the requirements at Lancaster to study psychology with a combination of BTEC and A Level: "A level at grade B plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade AB plus BTEC at D". You will also need to have attained a 6/B in GCSE maths, though grades 5/C may be considered individually.
Hope this helps! If you have more questions then I would recommend contacting the admissions team for any programme that you may be interested in, as they will be able to advice on your specific case.
-Kat (3rd year psychology undergraduate at Lancaster University)

How are u finding psychology so far