Are you interested in a career in psychology but are not sure how to get started? Our psychology degree with foundation year has been developed for inquisitive students who want to understand more about the human mind and what drives our behaviour, but need a little extra support before taking on a full university degree course. Our British Psychological Society accredited BSc (Hons) Psychology degree with Foundation Year will introduce you to a wide range of contemporary research and support you in developing key knowledge, skills, and abilities that are essential in pursuing a career within psychology.

Modules

Foundation level modules

• Preparing for University Success
• Exploring the Social World
• Advancing your Academic Skills
• Examining Social Justice
• Planning for Your Future Success
• Investigation & Innovation Project

Level 4

• Core modules
• Introduction to studying Psychology (20 credits)
• Social Psychology (20 credits)
• Exploring Research in Psychology (20 credits)
• Developmental Psychology (20 credits)
• Biological Psychology (20 credits)
• Cognitive Psychology (20 credits)

Level 5

• Core modules
• Qualitative Research Methods (20 credits)
• Quantitative Research Methods (20 credits)
• Personality and Intelligence (20 credits)
• Positive Psychology (20 credits)
• Elective modules (select two)
• Forensic Psychology (20 credits)
• Occupational Psychology (20 credits)
• Clinical and Health Psychology (20 credits)
• Child Development and Educational Psychology (20 credits)

Level 6

• Core modules
• Professional Development (20 credits)
• Research Project (40 credits)
• Elective modules (select three)
• Counselling Psychology: Mental Health and Illness (20 credit)
• Behavioural Neuroscience and Neuropsychology (20 credits)
• Political Psychology (20 credits)
• Cyber Psychology (20 credits)
• Gender and Sexuality (20 credits)