Psychology with Foundation Year
Manchester Metropolitan UniversityManchester, United Kingdom
Course overview
Psychologists explore behaviour – the ways our minds work, how we think and interact with the world, and why we react in the ways we do. Our course covers the fundamental and essential skills required for further psychology study. These can include academic writing and reading skills, research and analytical skills, and a strong strong understanding and application of core psychological theories to a wide range of real-world issues.
Thereby, equipping you with knowledge and skills to progress on to degree-level study. At the end of your foundation year, you’ll have the option to transfer your
Key highlights
- Builds academic writing, reading, research and analytical skills
- Applies core psychological theories to a wide range of real-world issues
- Foundation year prepares you to progress to degree-level psychology study
- Option to transfer at the end of the foundation year
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 80 — 80 UCAS tariff points A levels - e.g. CDD Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - MMP Access to HE Diploma - Pass with a minimum 80 UCAS Tariff points.
- A-level: CDD — 80 UCAS tariff points A levels - e.g. CDD Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - MMP Access to HE Diploma - Pass with a minimum 80 UCAS Tariff points.
- BTEC: MMP — BTEC National Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — Pass with a minimum 80
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English Language, Mathematics
- International Baccalaureate: 25 — …Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education & Care (Early Years Educator - VRQ) International Baccalaureate points 25 IB Diploma Points to include HL 4 or SL 5 in English and Mathematics IELTS score required for international s…
Scholarships
International Undergraduate Scholarships
£2,000 for each year of your degree.
Up to £2,000Sanctuary Scholarship
Sports Scholarship
The total package is worth up to £10,000 per year. Additional support is available for exceptional applicants.
Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarship
Value: 50% of tuition fees in the first year of study.
Up to 50% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Assistant psychologist
- Psychological wellbeing practitioner
- Research assistant
- Mental health support worker
- Human resources officer
- Graduate psychologist (after further accredited training)
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Manchester Metropolitan University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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