BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling with Foundation Year
Do you have a strong interest in human behavior and mental well-being but lack the traditional qualifications to start a psychology degree? This course is designed to help you begin your journey, starting with a foundation year that strengthens your academic skills and prepares you for university-level study.
The foundation year introduces essential skills in communication, critical thinking, research methods, and digital literacy—making it ideal if you’re returning to education or switching career paths. It’s designed to build your confidence and ensure a smooth transition into the full degree.
Once you progress into the main degree, you’ll dive into the scientific study of the mind, behavior, and emotions—while developing core counseling skills. Topics include:
Key theories in cognitive, social, and developmental psychology
Mental health, well-being, and therapeutic approaches
Research methods and psychological assessment
Counselling techniques and ethics
Individual differences and psychological disorders
This course is perfect for those who want to understand how the mind works—and use that knowledge to support others through counselling and emotional care. Whether you're aiming to work in mental health services, community outreach, education, or preparing for further professional training, you’ll graduate with a solid foundation in psychology and the practical tools to make a difference.
Whether you’re starting fresh or building on existing experience, this degree gives you a purposeful path into the world of psychology and counselling—with a foundation year designed to support you from the very beginning.