The Psychology Foundation Year course has been specifically developed to provide you with the knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles of Psychology to prepare you for study on one of our BSc Psychology degrees.

Throughout the duration of this course you will gain an understanding of the domains, classic studies, career paths, underlying debates, controversies and career paths related to psychology. You will also acquire key transferable skills that will prove invaluable when you enter the workplace.

We cover psychology and its various specialisms including health, occupational and organisational, and sport and exercise.

On successful completion of this course you will possess the qualification required to progress onto BSc (Hons) Psychology or BSc (Hons) Psychology with Criminology

How does this course prepare me for my future career?

This course has been specifically designed to allow you to commence to one of the following BSc (Hons) degrees: Psychology or Psychology with Criminology, which offer specialisms in the following areas Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Experimental Psychology, Business Psychology, Health Psychology, Sport and Exercise Psychology.

When you begin your chosen undergraduate degree, the skills acquired on the Psychology Foundation Year course should assist in your understanding of your chosen subject. Your newly developed research skills will also prove invaluable for assignments and projects.

Completion of your subsequent undergraduate degree will help to prepare you for future employment or the progression to further education or Masters level courses.

Mode of Study

1 year Full Time followed by a further 3 year or 4 years full-time study