Canterbury Christ Church University

BSc Psychology with Foundation Year

Canterbury Christ Church University

Course overview

The BSc Psychology with foundation year at the CCCU is an excellent choice for students passionate about the human mind and behaviour who may not yet meet direct entry requirements for a standard bachelor's degree. The foundation year provides essential skills and knowledge, ensuring a successful progression to the core BSc Psychology degree and its comprehensive study of all psychological areas.

The programme focuses on understanding human thoughts, emotions, and behaviour through scientific study, equipping students with the skills to apply psychology in a real-world context. Students learn through a combination of lectures, seminars, practical sessions, labs, workshops and tutorials. 

Accredited by the British Psychological Society BPS), this course grants graduates the graduate basis for chartered membership(GBC). This is a crucial step for those aiming to undertake postgraduate vocational training in disciplines such as clinical, educational or health psychology.

Entry requirements

Candidates need to provide a personal statement explaining their application motivations, an academic or employer reference, and a CV highlighting their relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates need A-level grades of DDE, equivalent to 80 UCAS tariff points. They must have GCSE English language and mathematics at grade A-C or a similar qualification
  • Other accepted qualifications include a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (PPP) or an Access to Higher Education Diploma

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds must obtain a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no less than 5.5 in each component
  • Equivalent test scores, such as TOEFL or PTE, are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Academic Excellence Scholarship

    You will receive £2,000.

    Up to £2,000

  • CCCU Alumni Discount

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Funding for Horticulture MSc by Research

    This funding will cover at least the fees for the course for home students, with some funding left over for living costs.

  • International Student Scholarship

    You will gain a reduction of £1,500 from your fees for each year of full-time study.

    Up to £1,500

  • Partner Schools Award

    You will receive up to £1,500 over three years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Sanctuary Scholarship

    Tuition fee support: you will be offered a tuition fee waiver until you are awarded status that entitles you to access statutory student support. This does not cover repeat years of study.

Career opportunities

This programme prepares graduates for careers as:

  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Counselling Psychologist
  • Educational Psychologist
  • Forensic Psychologist
  • Health Psychologist
  • Sport and Exercise Psychologist

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students for this programme in the 2025/2026 academic year is £15,500.

Admission

Interested candidates can apply directly through the university’s portal. Applicants may also seek assistance from our experienced consultants.

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