BSc Psychology Clinical Forensic with Foundation Year

This full-time BSc (Honours) in Psychology (Clinical & Forensic Studies) with Foundation Year course lasts four years and starts in September 2026. The first year, called the Foundation Year, gets students ready for university-level study. It helps students build important study skills, learn basic psychology, and improve abilities like writing and critical thinking. This makes sure you're confident to move forward with your degree.

After the Foundation Year, students will go into the three-year BSc (Hons) Psychology (Clinical & Forensic Studies) degree. This part of the course looks at how psychology is used in real-world situations, like in hospitals or with legal cases. Students learn through classes, group discussions, hands-on practice, and studying on their own. Your work will be checked through essays, reports, presentations, and exams. This course is approved by the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Canterbury Christ Church University is a respected place to study. It offers many courses for new university students (undergraduates) and those studying for higher degrees (postgraduates). The university is known for teaching useful, real-world skills that help students get ready for their careers. You can find courses in different subjects, such as Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, Creative Arts, Education, Health, Humanities, Media, Music, and Science.

The university also provides a very supportive learning environment. If you are doing postgraduate research, the Graduate College is especially helpful. It helps students do well in their studies and builds a strong community, so you feel connected and supported during your advanced learning.

Applicants need to write a personal statement. This letter tells the university why you want to study this course and shares important details about your education. You will also need a reference letter from a teacher or someone you have worked for. You can choose to send your CV with your application to show your work experience. For most undergraduate courses, you will apply through UCAS.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants will need A-level grades of DDE, which equals 80 UCAS Tariff points. Also need GCSE English language and maths at grades A-C (or 4-9), or a similar qualification.
• Other accepted qualifications include a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (PPP) or an Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Pass credits.

English Proficiency:

• If English is not the applicant's main language, the applicant will need an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS English test.
• In this IELTS test, applicants must not score lower than 5.5 in any single part (like reading, writing, listening, or speaking). The university also accepts other tests such as Pearson PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT.

Tuition Fees for 2026/27 have not yet been finalised. These course web pages will be updated with Tuition Fee information once they have been agreed.

CCCU offers different scholarships and money help to support its students. For undergraduate students, these include the Academic Excellence Scholarship, the Care Leavers Bursary, and the CCCU Grant. If you are an international student and you qualify, you can also apply for the International Student Scholarship. These scholarships can help you pay for both your foundation year and your degree course.

If you finish this course with a BSc in Psychology (Clinical & Forensic Studies), you will be well-prepared for many different jobs. You can also go on to do more training after your degree, thanks to the course being approved by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Some jobs you could do are:

• Assistant Psychologist
• Probation Officer
• Mental Health Support Worker
• Youth Worker
• Researcher
• Human Resources Assistant

Prospective students should submit their application through Canterbury Christ Church University's online application portal. Our experienced counsellors can help you through this process.