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Psychology with foundation year

University of Greater Manchester

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University of Greater Manchester
UCAS CODE: C810

Course options

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Bolton Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


In December 2024, the University of Bolton was granted permission by the Office for Students (OfS) to change its name to the University of Greater Manchester with immediate effect. While we work to update our systems, you may see both names used in the information we provide.

Want to understand the human mind, behaviour and motivation? The University of Greater Manchester's BSc (Hons) Psychology with foundation year degree offers you the chance to learn in a supportive environment with excellent teaching and laboratory facilities. Our experienced and highly qualified staff will guide and support you, providing a focus on employability throughout your studies.The University of Greater Manchester was one of the first institutions in the UK to offer a degree in this exciting subject, and studying in our well-respected, vibrant learning and research culture provides an excellent start to your career. While working towards the BSc (Hons) in Psychology with foundation year, you'll have the opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of the subject in terms of the science and theories of psychology and their application in everyday life.The foundation year is the first year of this degree, offering an excellent grounding in the fundamentals of psychology, social sciences and research methods alongside study skills development. It's designed to prepare you for degree-level study.With this preparation, you'll be ready to build and deepen your understanding of the science of psychology through our range of core modules. You'll also be able to choose specialised option modules according to your areas of interest or that relate to a particular career path you wish to follow after graduation.As a psychology graduate, you may use your qualification as the basis for a career as a professional psychologist or enter a wide range of other professions, including teaching, human resource management, the police, the armed forces and social work.

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Tuition fees

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£ 17,500per year

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University information

University of Greater Manchester

University of Greater Manchester

  • University League Table

    118th

  • Campus address

    Bolton Campus, Deane Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL3 5AB, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Psychology

    110th out of 118 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    99 48%

    105th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    26th

    23

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.10 77%

    71st

    53

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