International Foundation (Psychology)

This course prepares international students for first year admission to undergraduate degrees in Psychology at The University Of Manchester.

• Location
  Manchester
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  The University Of Manchester
• Start Dates
  Jan, Sep
  3 Terms
  Next start date: 8 Sep 2025
• Course Fees
  From £27,495
• Visa Considerations
  UKVI English Test Required
• Course Provider
  INTO University of Manchester

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Guaranteed progression to The University of Manchester on successful completion of this course!
  • An alternative route to The University of Manchester for international students who have not studied A Level or International Baccalaureate.
  • Keep your options open - graduate with an NCUK Foundation Certificate, which is accepted for entry to many leading UK universities as well as Manchester.
  • A top ranking UK University and a world class institution for teaching and research, with 25 Nobel Prize Winners.
  • Many undergraduate degree programmes include work placements, giving students the opportunity to gain valuable work experience.
  • A member of the prestigious Russell Group, the UK's own 'Ivy League'.

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About This Course

This International Foundation Year prepares overseas students for admission to undergraduate degrees in Psychology at The University Of Manchester. The course is taught at INTO University of Manchester and is the first stage of an undergraduate degree for students who have completed Year 11 or 12 at high school in their own country¹.

During the course, you will study a combination of academic subjects, English language and study skills. You will study in small classes alongside other international students, with additional support to help you adjust to student life in the UK.

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to selected undergraduate degrees at The University Of Manchester.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school in your own country with excellent grades. IGCSE / AS Levels are not accepted. A Levels and International Baccalaureate may be accepted, subject to grades and your choice of degree. Students who have already studied a foundation course in the UK cannot be considered, regardless of the outcome. Students with a study gap of more than 2 years are not normally considered for admission.
English	UKVI IELTS 5.5 (5.5 in Writing) or equivalent UKVI English test. For biomedicine, pharmacy and psychology, UKVI IELTS 6.0 (6.0 all skills).
Minimum Age	You must be at least 17 years on 31 December of the calendar year you start this course.

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	Jun 2026	Sep 2026
Jan 2026	Aug 2026	Sep 2026

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at The University Of Manchester.

• BSc Psychology

 
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¹ UK universities require 13 years at high school for admission to an undergraduate degree. Students who have studied to Year 11 or 12 (including IGCSE / AS Level) can qualify for admission by studying a one year foundation programme.