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Psychology (with Foundation Year)

Bournemouth University

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Bournemouth University

Course options

3 options available

  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Talbot Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Through research-inspired teaching you’ll cover a range of subjects including social, biological, developmental and cognitive psychology, and specialist topics, such as forensic, clinical, cyber, consumer, educational psychology, and neuropsychology.


Why study BSc (Hons) Psychology (with Foundation Year option) at BU?

- Participate in practicals, interactive assessments, coursework, placements and research using state-of-the-art facilities- Learn through mentorship from staff and benefit from talks by nationally and internationally renowned speakers from a variety of fields and disciplines- Benefit from our collaborations with the mental health sector, the criminal justice system, the educational system, industrial partners and local communities/charitable trusts- Develop transferable skills including critical thinking, project management, presentation skills and professional practice- Study diverse topics that will prepare you for a range of careers, whether in psychology (such as in mental health or forensic settings) or outside (such as in HR, the police, marketing or management)- Opportunity to take an optional 4-week or 30-week placement in industry to give you essential real-world experience and begin building a network of professional contacts - 95% of our graduates are in employment or further education after 15 months This is a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the scientific skills required for Psychology, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.

Tuition fees

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£ 17,800per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Bournemouth University

Bournemouth University

  • University League Table

    77th

  • Campus address

    Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, The Hub, Poole House, Dorset, BH12 5BB, United Kingdom

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Opportunity of a work placement on all undergraduate courses and most postgraduate courses.
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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Psychology

    72nd out of 118 8

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    103 50%

    91st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    46th

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.94 73%

    111th

    23

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