Study Psychology with a Foundation Year at University of Kent in the UK, School of Psychology

Psychology with a Foundation Year

UK

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What will I learn?

Psychology is the scientific understanding of human behaviour that opens doors to a wide range of careers, from clinical, business and forensic psychologist to social work and roles in marketing, public relations and human resources.Our British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited degree enables you to confront the issues that humans face with psychology's scientific principles. From brain injury to prejudice reduction, child development to offending behaviour and rehabilitation. We provide you with the tools to develop interventions for hospitals, schools and businesses, making a difference to society through innovations in policy and research.Foundation yearAfter successful completion of the foundation year, you progress to the three or four-year Psychology courses.

Which department am I in?

School of Psychology

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
£23,500.00 (US$ 30,349) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

October 2026

Venue

Canterbury campus

University of Kent,

Canterbury,

Kent,

CT2 7NZ, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
£23,500.00 (US$ 30,349) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Canterbury campus

University of Kent,

Canterbury,

Kent,

CT2 7NZ, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

80 UCAS points

A Level: CDD

BTEC: Merit, Merit, Pass

IB - 80 tariff points - typically H5, H4, H4 or equivalent.

Other Qualifications:

T level - The University will consider applicants holding T level qualifications in subjects closely aligned to the course.

Access to HE Diploma: Obtain the Access to HE Diploma in (subject being taken) with a minimum of 45 Credits at level 3 with 9 credits at Distinction and 12 credits at Merit

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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