Overview

During the Psychology with Foundation Year (Hons) degree at Manchester Metropolitan University, you'll be introduced to your specialist subject as well as being given a broad introduction to the humanities and social sciences, with training to help you thrive in higher education.

Alongside modules that prepare you for university life, you'll take modules that connect directly to your future studies, building confidence and getting you ready for the next stage. You'll also have the opportunity to discover new interests and develop a collaborative mindset, setting you up for success in your academic journey. Once you've completed the foundation year, you'll move straight into year one of your degree.

A career as unique as you

As a psychology graduate, there are a diverse range of career paths you could take. You might decide to pursue a career as a psychologist or use your transferrable skills to work across sectors from education to human resources (HR). 

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Flavours of Psychology

Psychology for Life

Psychology in the Real World

English for Academic Study (for International Students only)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Psychology View 772 other Bachelors in Psychology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

72 - 80 UCAS tariff points.

GCE A levels - grades DDD or equivalent

Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade MMP

Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum 74 UCAS Tariff points

UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Pass overall

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade MMP

T level - We welcome applications from students undertaking T level qualifications. Eligible applicants will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of Pass as a condition of offer

IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 24 or minimum 72 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

21500 GBP / year

≈ 21500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

Manchester

United Kingdom

645 - 1197 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

A career as unique as you

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Manchester

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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