The Foundation Year in Psychology at Middlesex University is your essential first step towards a rewarding career in understanding the human mind and behaviour. This programme is ideal if you are looking to gain entry into our three-year Psychology degree courses but do not yet meet the direct entry requirements, or if you are returning to education after a break. You will explore foundational concepts in psychology, alongside crucial academic skills and mathematics, preparing you for the rigours of higher education study. This comprehensive foundation year ensures you develop a solid understanding of psychological principles and research methodologies.
This full-time, on-campus foundation programme is delivered over one year, with all modules studied simultaneously to provide an in-depth learning experience. You will engage with introductory psychology, research methods, ethics, and academic skills, including SMART (Students Mastering Academic Writing, Research and Technology) and Foundation Mathematics. Upon successful completion, you will progress directly onto one of Middlesex University's BSc Psychology degrees, such as BSc Psychology, BSc Psychology with Counselling Skills, BSc Psychology with Neuroscience, or BSc Psychology with Criminology, equipping you for diverse professional pathways in the field.