International Foundation in Psychology

Introduction

Overview

Preparing students for direct entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in Psychology at The University of Manchester.

On campus and online study options This program is available to study either on campus or online – giving students the flexibility to choose what’s best for them.

If your student starts online, they’ll have the opportunity to transfer to an on-campus program the following term. They’ll need to meet any visa requirements and demonstrate good attendance and performance during their studies online.

If your student applies for an Online Extended program, they’ll be offered an Online Academic English plus online or on-campus academic pathway study plan.

Key information

  • Visit the University faculty to meet with academic staff and gain an insight into the degree programme.
  • Improve exam-taking techniques through weekly assessments.
  • Gain practical experience through laboratory work in the University’s fully equipped science labs.
  • Investigate the study of sleep, nonverbal behaviour, eye movements and decision-making through lab work.
  • Practise academic writing skills, particularly relating to laboratory reports.

Fast facts

Class duration

Typically held Monday to Friday between 08.00 - 19.00 excluding bank holidays. However, there may be instances where classes need to be held outside these times due to unforeseen circumstances.

Class Size

Maximum class size for English language teaching　25

Award

International Foundation Certificate (RQF Level 3) from NCUK.

Teaching

Teaching methods

  • Lectures.
  • Seminars.
  • Workshops.
  • Pratical exercises.
  • Group work.

Why The University of Manchester?

  • Gain practical experience through an integrated 30-hour placement or a full placement year.
  • Nueroscience facilities include: EEG, MRI and TMS.
  • Dedicated career units to help students improve employability skills.
Start Dates September January
Program length 3 Terms

Entry requirements

Age requirement

16

Academic requirements

Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.

English language entry requirements

3 Terms: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing) or equivalent.

Dates & fees

September 2022 start
(3 Terms)

Mon 12 September 2022 - Fri 16 December 2022
Mon 9 January 2023 - Fri 31 March 2023
Mon 17 April 2023 - Fri 16 June 2023

January 2023 start
(3 Terms)

Mon 9 January 2023 - Thu 6 April 2023
Mon 17 April 2023 - Fri 26 May 2023
Tue 30 May 2023 - Fri 25 August 2023

Modules

Term 1 modules

Credit value

Critical Thinking

English for Academic Purposes and Study Skills

Information Communication Technologies (ICT)

Term 1 specialist modules

Credit value

Biology

Business Management

Chemistry

Economics

Further Mathematics

Mathematics

Physics

Politics

Progression

P
 =  Placement option available
A
 =  Study abroad option available

Degree subject

Final level %

English level %

Additional requirements

Psychology-BSc (Hons)

P
A

AAB

B

Grades AAB (including one science subject)