BSc Psychology with Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Foundation Year is a psychology degree centred on the scientific study of the mind, mental processes, and societal influences on action. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Human Behaviour. The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society. The first year covers academic and professional skills through modules such as Essential University Skills 1, Essential University Skills 2, Contemporary Issues and the Media, and Mental Health and Wellbeing. The second year introduces core theories and inquiry techniques through Psychology in Action, Introduction to Psychological Research Methods, Introduction to Data Analysis, and Perspectives in Psychology. The third year advances knowledge via Research Methods and Statistics, Development, Brain and Cognition, Research Methods in Applied Psychology Settings, and Social and Community Psychology. The final year concludes with advanced studies and a Dissertation alongside Critical Psychology, Individual Differences: Abilities, Personalities and measuring differences, and Counselling and Coaching Psychology.
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Entry requirements
48 UCAS Tariff Points. You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table . A-levels: A. T-levels: P (D or E) All subjects are accepted for entry to this course. Access to HE: 45 Credits at Pass. Scottish Highers: 48 UCAS Tariff Points. Irish LC Highers: 48 UCAS Tariff Points. Other experience: Pearson Level 3 National Diploma MP. Selection criteria: As part of the application and selection process, we are looking for your commitment to this programme. In your personal statement, you should demonstrate your motivation for choosing this course and reflect upon any experience you have gained. The Integrated Foundation Year programme supports your return to education and are specifically designed for students who have the ability to study for a degree but may not have all the necessary qualifications, skills or experiences to join the degree in Year 1
What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 75%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 66%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 71%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 25%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 60 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 10%
- North West: 62%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 8%
- East Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 2%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 8%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 75%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Essential University Skills 1
- Essential University Skills 2
- Contemporary Issues and the Media
- Families, Communities and the Criminal Justice System
- Professional Practice in the Community
- Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Psychology in Action
- Introduction to Psychological Research Methods
- Introduction to Data Analysis
- Perspectives in Psychology
- Professional and Academic Skills
- Introduction to Psychopathology
- Research Methods and Statistics
- Development, Brain and Cognition
- Research Methods in Applied Psychology Settings
- Work Experience
- Negotiated Learning
- Social and Community Psychology
- Critical Psychology
- Individual Differences: Abilities, Personalities and measuring differences
- Dissertation
- Psychological Literacy and Careers
- Counselling and Coaching Psychology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Psychology with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria earn?
The median salary is £19,500 after 3 years, £23,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £18,000 and £26,500. The £23,000 median after five years is £4,500 less than the UK median for Psychology.
What do graduates of BSc Psychology with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Psychology with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria?
86% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Psychology with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria?
The average entrant had 100 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Psychology with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.