BSc Psychology and Child Development with Foundation Year

The BSc Psychology and Child Development with Foundation Year from Leeds Trinity University is designed to help students understand how psychology shapes children’s learning and development, preparing them  to make a positive contribution to children’s lives. Students  will study specialist modules in child and educational psychology alongside the core psychology topics, including developmental psychology, social psychology, cognitive psychology and biological psychology. 

The Foundation Year provides an introduction to the programme, enabling students to develop  critical and analytical skills by exploring the  research methods used within psychology to gain insight into human behaviour. In addition, students will be introduced to the science and practice of child and educational psychology. 

In the final year, students will build on their knowledge of child and educational psychology through an applied project, exploring a range of learning needs and difficulties experienced by children and young adults.

Leeds Trinity University is a public institution situated in Horsforth, a district within Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. Established in 1966, it initially began as two distinct training colleges for teachers: Trinity College, which catered to women, and All Saints College, intended for men. Eventually, these two colleges came together to become Leeds Trinity University. The institution achieved full university status in 2012.

Leeds Trinity provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes covering various disciplines, including humanities, social sciences, business, and media. It is particularly recognised for its effectiveness in assisting students with job placements after graduation, as numerous programmes incorporate work placement opportunities.

Applicants are required to submit a personal statement discussing their reasons for applying and other relevant information. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students can upload their CV to demonstrate work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants are expected to have qualifications equivalent to A-levels, BTEC Diplomas and International Baccalaureate. 

English Proficiency:

• Candidates whose first or primary language is not English will usually need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no component score below 5.5, or equivalent English qualifications like TOEFL or PTE.

The annual tuition fee for international students taking the BSc Psychology and Child Development at Leeds Trinity University for the 2025/26 academic year is £12,000.

Leeds Trinity University has several options for financial support for international students. These can help with tuition fees and other expenses. For instance, there is a Sanctuary Scholarship for those seeking asylum or from forced migrant backgrounds who are unable to access UK government finance. 

The Leeds Trinity Bursary can also provide a tuition fee reduction of one-third for those continuing a top-up course. Other possibilities include the Care Experience and Estranged Students Bursaries, which provide financial support between £1,000 and £1,500 per year.

Graduates of the BSc Psychology and Child Development from Leeds Trinity University can pursue various career roles, including:

• Psychologist
• Family Support Worker
• Teaching Assistant or Early Years Practitioner
• Community Development Worker
• Education Welfare Officer

Applicants can apply for this course through the university's website. Applicants can speak to one of our trained advisors to get more details about the application process and receive help in making their application suitable for the course requirements.