Psychology (with Foundation Year)

University of Central Lancashire
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time including foundation year 4 Years Psychology

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

64 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£22,000

About this course

Course Overview

On our Psychology (with Foundation Year) course you’ll gain an understanding of human behaviour, capabilities and characteristics as well as developing communication, presentation and time management skills.

Why study with us

  • You’ll be introduced to psychology, and the scientific and empirical aspects of it, and understand how these are applied in real world situations.

  • By the end of your first year you’ll have understood and learned about the major areas of psychology and the main methodologies.

  • We continuously engage with employers to make sure our curriculum gives you the skills and knowledge the industry needs.

    What you'll do

  • Take the first step on your Psychology academic career before deciding which pathway is best for your career.

  • You’ll have student membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) which gives you access to extra help, discounts and resources.

  • In Years 1 and 2 you’ll cover core areas (from memory, thinking and language to the psychology of life span and the biological bases of behaviour).

    Accreditations

  • This course is accredited by the BPS, the learned and professional body, incorporated by the Royal Charter, for Psychology in the UK. We will provide you with the breadth and depth of knowledge that allows you to graduate with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) provided you achieve at least a lower second class honours degree.

    Future Careers

    Our Psychology Foundation Year degree is your first step towards a career as a professional psychologist.

    As a graduate you could also take up positions in a range of organisations, including the Police, Prison Service and NHS. You could also work in social and community services, health authorities and in the pharmaceutical industry. Or your career could be in education and training.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 64 points
    BTEC MPP

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time including foundation year Shown above

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Burnley

    Avg. Salary: £22,000

    Full-time including foundation year Shown above

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Preston

    Avg. Salary: £22,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3219 Health associate professionals
    2462 Probation officers
    2229 Therapy professionals
    3214 Complementary health associate professionals
    2224 Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists
    3229 Welfare and housing associate professionals

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    UCAS Points

    96 points

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time including foundation year
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Burnley
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Psychology
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £22,000

    Offered by

    University of Central Lancashire

    Preston

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