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BSc Psychology and Sociology

Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
Full-time4 YearsSubject: Psychology
Course Score
C /62
Graduate Salary
£25,000
Satisfaction
78%
Degree Completion
75%
Professional Jobs
50%
Meaningful Work
80%

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About Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

Queen Margaret University is a public university in Musselburgh, East Lothian, Scotland. It is named after the Scottish Queen Saint Margaret (1045–1093).

The university can trace its origins to The Edinburgh School of Cookery and Domestic Economy founded in 1875. Queen Margaret University College was awarded full university status becoming Queen Margaret University in January 2007.

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What Students Say

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The curriculum is highly engaging. An impressive 79% of students found this course to be consistently intellectually stimulating.

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Marking and assessment is viewed as largely fair, with 74% of cohorts agreeing exams and essays were graded appropriately.

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Academic support is accessible; 64% of students stated good advice was readily available when evaluating their module options.

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Course organization structure is perfectly solid. Over 68% say the timetables were well-organized and running smoothly.

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The community feel here is incredible. 91% of students agreed that they truly feel part of a community of staff and students.

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The Students' Union does a massive amount of work here. 74% of us feel they effectively represent our academic interests.

Student Living Costs

Scotland
Est. Annual Total
£12,360
*Based on NatWest Student Index
Monthly Breakdown£1,030
Rent£750
Groceries£130
Bills & Transport£150
Average Pint£5.20

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