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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
21-SEP-26
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
Are you curious about what drives behaviour? Are you fascinated by the human mind? A Psychology degree at Winchester will satisfy your interest as you discover the science behind how we think, feel and behave.Psychology with Foundation Year is the perfect way to boost your academic skills, build your confidence and develop your wider subject knowledge so you can succeed at Winchester. This course offers an extra year of study at the start (Year 0) which leads on to a full degree programme (Years 1, 2 and 3).A Foundation Year is ideal for you if you are returning to education after a break haven’t quite achieved the entry qualifications required want more support during the transition to studying at university or are unsure about which subject you wish to pursue.In Level 0 (Foundation Year), you will study three 40-credit modules across the year. Module One (Skills) is designed to develop and enhance your academic skills and your personal attributes.Module Two (Breadth) will introduce you to a range of classic and contemporary psychological approaches and perspectives that can be used to understand the human mind and behaviour. Additionally, you will discuss psychological myths, debates and controversies, along with the extent to which you can rely on ‘evidence’.Module Three (Depth) introduces you to the foundations of quantitative and qualitative research methods using a practical-based learning approach. You will also be introduced to a selection of classic and contemporary research papers. This broader focus in your first year supports your transition to studying at university level and prepares you for success in your undergraduate studies and beyond.On successful completion of your Foundation Year, you will automatically continue to Year 1 (Level 4) of the Psychology degree programme. However, you also have the freedom to transfer to a different degree programme at this point if you wish.COURSE FEATURES- A degree accredited by the British Psychological Society that explores psychological sub-disciplines with a focus on real-world applications.- An award-winning employability programme designed by our chartered occupational psychologist to develop your bespoke professional and personal competencies.- A vibrant research environment with opportunities for you to get involved with psychological research.- Study in a friendly and inclusive learning community. You will be supported by a dedicated team of lecturers, your own personal tutor, and in your final year one-to-one supervision for your final year project.
Application deadline
14/01/2026
Tuition fees
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University information
University of Winchester
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University League Table
98th
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Campus address
University of Winchester, Sparkford Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 4NR, England
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Subject ranking
66th out of 118 2
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Entry standards
/ Max 220125 57%58th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10056.0 56%106th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.16 79%35th
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