Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Hull – Hull College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Hull. Classes run at Hull College, full-time during the day.

The course covers the science of human behaviour and mental processes. You'll explore topics such as social influence, memory, criminal psychology, and psychological research methods. It typically takes one year to complete. The course is a strong foundation for university study in psychology or related subjects.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology.

Who this course is for

Whilst studying on the L1 Performing Arts Study Programme you can take part in big scale productions in Hull Colleges Riverside Theatre, with opportunities to join in talent competitions and a whole host of exciting and varied performance opportunities across the programme. Youll also work on your Maths and English as well as employability skills for boosting your CV. Following on from this course, you can move into the Level 2 Performing Arts Studio, or any other Level 2 progression route that takes your interest. You can also find entry level roles in theatre or as a holiday entertainer.

Entry requirements

No formal qualifications are required In addition: Audition and interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how social influence shapes human behaviour.
  • You'll study memory, perception, and cognitive processes.
  • You'll examine criminal and forensic psychology.
  • You'll learn how psychologists design and carry out research.
  • You'll analyse psychological theories and apply them to real situations.
  • You'll develop skills in evaluating evidence and forming arguments.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, group discussions, and guided study. Assessment is through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally set exams. Your assignments will ask you to apply psychological knowledge to case studies and scenarios. Exams test your understanding of core topics across the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hull College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Psychology support worker, assists qualified psychologists in clinical or community settings.
  • Mental health support worker, provides day-to-day support to people with mental health needs.
  • Learning support assistant, helps students with additional needs in schools or colleges.
  • Youth worker, supports young people's wellbeing and personal development.
  • Social care worker, works with vulnerable adults or children in care settings.
  • Research assistant, supports data collection and analysis in academic or commercial research.

What you could study next

  • BSc Psychology, the most direct next step for those aiming to become a chartered psychologist.
  • BSc Criminology, suits those drawn to the criminal psychology units in this course.
  • BSc Social Work, for those interested in applying psychology in social care practice.
  • A Level Psychology, an alternative academic route if you want to combine psychology with other A Level subjects before university.

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