- Course Overview
- About University
- Entry Requirements
- Cost of Study
- Scholarships
- Careers
- Admission
Course Overview
The BSc Psychology with Foundation year offered at London South Bank University is a four-year course that allows students who require a firm foundation in the fundamentals of their course to be in a position to take the full programme. Year one is about establishing a firm foundation in academic and science-related subjects so that students can be fully prepared to deal with the years that follow in the psychology degree. It will help to build critical thinking, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
This program has the British Psychological Society accreditation. The curriculum will be taught using a holistic approach that would include the following topics: biological, cognitive, individual differences, developmental and social psychology. The first year also helps students transition smoothly into the degree-level studies.
About University
London South Bank University (LSBU) is well-known for supporting its students and providing a strong academic environment. The university is well-regarded for its psychology programmes, ranking highly amongst London's modern universities. All full-time academic staff are research-active, which means they can provide expert supervision on projects. LSBU offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in numerous fields, including Engineering, Business, and the Arts.
Entry Requirements for Indian Students
You need to submit a personal statement, and a relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. You also have the option to include your CV along with your applications to show your work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need 64 UCAS points from A-Levels, BTEC, or an Access to HE Diploma. Candidates must also have five GCSEs at grade C or above (grade 4 or above in reformed GCSEs), including Maths and English.
- International students can submit qualifications that are equivalent to A-levels.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section, or an equivalent test score.
Cost of Study
International students taking the BSc Psychology with Foundation year at London South Bank University will pay £16,500 as tuition per year for the 2025/26 academic year.
Scholarships
London South Bank University offers various scholarships and bursaries to help students with their fees. These include the Lawrence Burrows Educational Trust Fund for full-time undergraduates of West Indian or Asian descent, and the London Neighbourhood Scholarship for BA Architecture students. International students may also be eligible for the Global Success Scholarship, which offers awards of up to £4,000, and the Vice-Chancellor's International Merit Award, worth £2,000 per year. The university also offers access to the Funding Hub on the Blackbullion website, a UK-wide database of scholarships and other financial aid.
Careers
Graduates of the London South Bank University BSc Psychology with Foundation year course work as:
- Clinical Psychology
- Counselling Psychology
- Educational Psychology
- Forensic Psychology
- Teaching
- Probation Service
Admission
Applications for this course are submitted through UCAS. Please speak to our trained counsellors for assistance.
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