BSc (Hons) Psychology with Foundation Year

Our BSc (Hons) Psychology course has been designed to equip you with critical psychological skills, knowledge and values that can be applied to real world contexts. With practical teaching from experienced lecturers coupled with bespoke support from our Employability Service, you will graduate ready to take the next step in your career.

If you're looking to take your first steps into a psychology-related field, our BSc (Hons) Psychology is a great place to start. With a strong focus on applied learning, this course combines evidence-based psychological science with practical, real-world experience to help you build the knowledge, confidence and employability skills needed for future success. You'll explore current psychological theories and issues, learn how psychology can be applied to everyday life and professional settings, and develop skills in scientific reasoning, critical thinking and evidence-based decision-making. Through small, supportive classes and personalised teaching, you'll gain the academic, digital and communication skills needed to thrive at university and beyond, while building a strong foundation in psychology and related fields that deepen your understanding of people and society.

Why study BSc (Hons) Psychology with us?

• Build a strong foundation in psychology with real-world application – Develop evidence-based knowledge of contemporary psychological theories and learn how they can be applied in everyday life, workplaces and wider society.
• Learn in a supportive environment that builds confidence from day one – Benefit from small class sizes, personalised teaching and dedicated support designed to help you succeed academically and professionally.
• Develop highly valued employability skills – Gain expertise in critical thinking, data analysis, teamwork, communication and scientific reasoning, alongside a deeper understanding of human behaviour and group dynamics.
• Broaden your perspective through cross-disciplinary learning – In Year 3, choose from optional modules in law, criminology and policing, helping you explore connected fields and develop additional transferable skills. 
• Apply your learning through practical experience – Complete at least 40 hours of volunteering through a work-based learning module, putting psychological principles into practice in a real-world setting.
• Learn from experienced lecturers – Explore your lecturers' specialist areas of expertise and professional journeys through our dedicated Psychology at ULaw module. Find out more about our lecturers.
• Study in a way that suits your lifestyle – Choose to study online or at our Leeds or London Bloomsbury campus, giving you the flexibility to fit your studies around other commitments.
• Receive high-quality teaching – Study a course aligned with the QAA Subject Benchmark Statement for Psychology, ensuring you graduate with the knowledge and skills employers and postgraduate providers value.
• Access award-winning employability support – Benefit from dedicated 1:1 guidance from our Employability Service throughout your studies and after graduation.
• Prepare for a wide range of future opportunities – Whether you're considering postgraduate psychology training or careers in education, human resources, people management, marketing, data analytics and beyond, you'll graduate with skills that can open doors across multiple sectors.