Can I get a Psychology place through Clearing 2026?

Very likely. We track 716 undergraduate psychology courses across UK universities with published entry points, and universities routinely accept applicants through Clearing at or below those points. Use the grade checker to see courses that match your results.

What UCAS points do I need for Psychology in Clearing?

It varies widely. 286 of the courses we track publish typical offers at CCC (96 UCAS points) or below, and many universities accept a grade or two lower than the published offer during Clearing.

Which universities have the most Psychology courses?

Liverpool Hope University, University of Essex, Keele University list the most undergraduate psychology courses in our data. Course counts are not vacancy guarantees — ring the university's Clearing hotline to confirm places.

How do I apply through Clearing?

Call the university first — do not add a Clearing choice on UCAS until they have made you a verbal offer. Have your UCAS ID, results and a one-line reason you want the course ready before you ring.

Psychology courses in Clearing 2026

716 undergraduate psychology courses across UK universities with published entry points — sorted by student satisfaction and graduate salary, not by who paid for the slot. Psychology, counselling, behavioural science.

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Typical entry points

Number of courses available at-or-below each UCAS points threshold. In clearing, universities often accept one to two grades below their published offer.

Grade combination	UCAS points	Courses at or below
CCC	96 pts	286
BBC	112 pts	594
ABB	128 pts	713
AAA	144 pts	715
AAA	160 pts	715
AAA*	168 pts	715

Universities with the most psychology courses

Course counts are not vacancy guarantees — ring the university's clearing line to confirm places.

Top psychology courses in clearing

715 courses match — showing the top 24 by student satisfaction.

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Childhood & Youth and Psychology

Liverpool Hope University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 92%
Grad salary: £28,000

Childhood & Youth and Psychology (with Foundation Year)

Liverpool Hope University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time including foundation year ·4 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: 72 pts
Satisfaction: 92%
Grad salary: £28,000

Psychology

St Mary's University, Twickenham

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Twickenham

Typical offer: BCC - BBB
Satisfaction: 91%
Grad salary: £23,000

Psychology with Foundation Year

St Mary's University, Twickenham

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time including foundation year ·4 Years ·Twickenham

Typical offer: DD
Satisfaction: 91%
Grad salary: £23,000

Psychology and Sociology

University of Suffolk

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Ipswich

Typical offer: BBC
Satisfaction: 91%
Grad salary: £23,000

English Literature and Psychology

Liverpool Hope University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 91%
Grad salary: £24,500

International Relations and Psychology

Liverpool Hope University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 91%
Grad salary: £21,500

Psychology with Counselling and Psychotherapy

Manchester Metropolitan University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Manchester

Typical offer: ABB
Satisfaction: 90%
Grad salary: £21,000

Education and Psychology

Liverpool Hope University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 90%
Grad salary: £22,000

Early Childhood and Psychology

Liverpool Hope University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 90%

Psychology

Liverpool Hope University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BBC
Satisfaction: 89%
Grad salary: £22,000

Psychology (with Foundation Year)

Liverpool Hope University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time including foundation year ·4 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: 72 pts
Satisfaction: 89%
Grad salary: £22,000

Dance and Psychology

Liverpool Hope University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 89%
Grad salary: £19,000

Psychology and Sport & Exercise Science

Liverpool Hope University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 89%
Grad salary: £22,000

Psychology and Sport & Exercise Science (with Foundation Year)

Liverpool Hope University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time including foundation year ·4 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: 72 pts
Satisfaction: 89%
Grad salary: £22,000

Psychology and Sociology

Liverpool Hope University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 89%
Grad salary: £22,000

Psychology and Sociology (with Foundation Year)

Liverpool Hope University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time including foundation year ·4 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: 72 pts
Satisfaction: 89%
Grad salary: £22,000

Psychology and Special Educational Needs

Liverpool Hope University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 89%
Grad salary: £22,000

Psychology and Counselling Studies (with Foundation Year)

Birmingham Newman University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·4 Years ·Birmingham

Typical offer: 48 pts
Satisfaction: 89%

Psychology and Education Practice

University of Roehampton

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Wandsworth

Typical offer: 112 pts
Satisfaction: 89%
Grad salary: £32,000

Psychology and Childhood Studies

Birmingham Newman University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Birmingham

Typical offer: 112 pts
Satisfaction: 89%
Grad salary: £22,000

Psychology and Childhood Studies (with Foundation Year)

Birmingham Newman University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·4 Years ·Birmingham

Typical offer: 48 pts
Satisfaction: 89%

Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice

Liverpool John Moores University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: ABB - AAB
Satisfaction: 88%
Grad salary: £22,500

Psychology

University of Winchester

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Hampshire

Typical offer: 112 pts
Satisfaction: 87%
Grad salary: £23,500

Common questions about psychology in clearing

Can I get a Psychology place through Clearing 2026?: Very likely. We track 716 undergraduate psychology courses across UK universities with published entry points, and universities routinely accept applicants through Clearing at or below those points. Use the grade checker to see courses that match your results.
What UCAS points do I need for Psychology in Clearing?: It varies widely. 286 of the courses we track publish typical offers at CCC (96 UCAS points) or below, and many universities accept a grade or two lower than the published offer during Clearing.
Which universities have the most Psychology courses?: Liverpool Hope University, University of Essex, Keele University list the most undergraduate psychology courses in our data. Course counts are not vacancy guarantees — ring the university's Clearing hotline to confirm places.
How do I apply through Clearing?: Call the university first — do not add a Clearing choice on UCAS until they have made you a verbal offer. Have your UCAS ID, results and a one-line reason you want the course ready before you ring.

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