University of Hull

BSc Psychology With Foundation Year

University of Hull

Course overview

The BSc Psychology with Foundation Year at the University of Hull is a four-year, full-time programme that begins with a foundation (Year 0) before progressing into the standard three-year psychology degree. The foundation year is designed to build up essential academic skills. Students take modules such as Preparing for Learning in Higher Education, Foundation in Data Analysis, Introduction to Biological Sciences, Introduction to Psychology, and foundation-level mathematics.

After the foundation year, students enter the main degree and take 120 credits per year (typically six modules), combining core and optional units. These modules include Brain and Behaviour, Developmental Psychology, Psychological Wellbeing and Distress, Personality and Intelligence in Focus, Psychology in Society, Neuropsychology, Criminal Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Psychology in Education. Assessment is through a combination of written, practical tasks and coursework assessments.

The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), meaning graduates may be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information about their studies. An appropriate academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their application to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

Applicants of the BSc Psychology with Foundation Year course at the University of Hull typically need to meet one of the following requirements:

  • 80 UCAS tariff points
  • A Level: CDD
  • BTEC: MMP
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points

English Language requirements:

Applicants whose first language is not English need to submit an English proof of proficiency by meeting one of the following requirements:

  • Academic IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill.
  • Pearson PTE Academic: Overall of 59 with a minimum of 51 in all skills
  • TOEFL iBT: Overall 60-78 – At least - Reading 10, Listening 9, Speaking 17, Writing 19

Scholarships

  • Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship

    If you progress from studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Hull to an eligible taught master's degree in 2025/26 we'll give you a 20% discount on the cost of your tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • GREAT Scholarship

    Minimum of £10,000

    Up to £10,000

  • Norman and Sheila Andrew Engineering Scholarship

  • PGT International Fee Waivers – South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa

    Up to £2,000

  • UG International Fee Waivers - South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa

    his award offers a £2,000 tuition fee discount for each year of study on a full-time undergraduate program.

    Up to £2,000

  • University of Hull Asia Studentship

    This award is given as a £2,000 tuition fee discount against the cost of a full-time.

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Psychology with Foundation Year from the University of Hull can progress into many different career paths, which include: 

  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Forensic Psychologist
  • Neuropsychologist
  • Occupational Psychologist
  • Human Resources Specialist

Cost of study

International applicants for the BSc Psychology with Foundation Year in the University of Hull are required to pay a tuition fee of £20,600 per year.

Admission

You can apply directly through the University's online application portal or through UCAS. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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