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Study psychology without A-Levels: Your pathway explained

SubjectsBy the Omega Partners Admissions teamReviewed October 20262 min read

Interested in studying psychology but worried you don’t have the right qualifications? Don’t let that stop you.

There are foundation year degrees designed specifically for adults without A-Levels who want to study psychology at university.

What is a foundation year in psychology?

A foundation year is an extra introductory year that:

  • Teaches the basics of psychology
  • Develops academic skills like writing and research
  • Prepares you for the full psychology degree ahead

Once you finish the foundation year, you move straight into Year 1 of your degree.

Who is this for?

  • Adults who left school without A-Levels
  • People with life or work experience but no formal qualifications
  • Those balancing jobs, families, or other responsibilities
  • Residents of cities like London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, and Nottingham

How Omega Partners supports you

We guide you through the whole process, including:

  • Helping you find flexible foundation year psychology courses
  • Applying directly, without the stress of UCAS
  • Writing your personal statement
  • Applying for Student Finance
  • Providing ongoing support until you’re enrolled

Our service is free for students because universities pay us for referring them.

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