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Psychology (Clinical & Forensic) with Foundation Year

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time
  • September 2026
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

A foundation year helps you develop the study skills and self-confidence needed for higher education when you don’t reach the entry requirements for your subject.

Studying this course with us will take you on an incredible journey of self-discovery and growth and offers a comprehensive exploration of mental health, the legal system, and the varied practical real-world applications.

You’ll be in a supportive and nurturing learning environment, guided by an experienced team who are passionate about sharing their expertise. You’ll gain versatile skills in research, analysis, and interpersonal communication, making you a valuable candidate for a wide range of roles within the field of clinical and forensic psychology and related disciplines.

Our degree provides a solid foundation if you wish to further your education and specialise in clinical and/or forensic psychology, offering rewarding and impactful career paths in both applied practice and academia.

Top reasons to study with us

• Our BSc Psychology (Clinical & Forensic) is the only course in the UK that combines both these disciplines.
• You will have volunteering opportunities with charities and organisations where you can apply your skills, such as Canterbury Crown Court, Victim Support, the Samaritans, and Keep Talking Services.
• Employability is embedded in our degree from start to finish - 98% of our Psychology students were in work or further study 15 months after finishing their course - Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023.
• You will be taught by experts and practitioners in the field, and get to know Oliver, Europe’s first Justice-Facility dog and valued member of staff.

Professional accreditation

Our degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) ensuring quality and gives you the opportunity to gain the BPS Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.

Specialist facilities

Our Verena Holmes building, at the heart of our Canterbury Campus, houses impressive lab equipment, including a full set of psychology laboratories and an excellent team of highly qualified lab technicians to support you.

Modules

For a list of core and likely optional modules, please visit our website.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 4 Years

Start dates

  • September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
C804
Institution code:
C10
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Foundation

Canterbury Christ Church University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
C804
Institution code:
C10
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

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Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff 64 points

We do not require you to have taken Psychology at A-Level, although a background in the subject is always helpful. We do however require a GCSE level 4 or above in Mathematics or equivalent (such as a GCSE in Statistics).

A level DDE

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) MPP

Access to HE Diploma P: 45 credits

Scottish Higher

Please see our website for information

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Please see our website for information

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Home (UK) Fees

Home (UK) tuition fees for Foundation Years at Canterbury Christ Church University will be set in line with the maximum tuition fee cap for foundation years in classroom-based subjects or non-classroom-based subjects, as set by the UK Government.
Home (UK) tuition fees for subsequent years 1-3 are currently set in line with the maximum tuition fee cap for standard undergraduate degrees set by the UK Government.
The Government has announced that it will increase the tuition fee cap by 3.1%, in line with inflation, for the 2025/26 academic cycle. Subject to parliamentary approval, the University intends to increase our tuition fees in line with this and as per our terms and conditions. This means that from September 2025 onwards, our undergraduate home tuition fees for subsequent years of study are expected to be £9,535.

International Tuition Fees (including EU fees

Undergraduate tuition fees for International students are not subject to the Government’s regulations on maximum tuition fees. The University’s 2025/26 Overseas tuition fees for international students, and information about any mid-course increases, will be published on each course webpage. More details about International student fees and funding and any Scholarships which are available can be found on the following weblink which will be updated for 2025/26 entrants in due course: https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/study-here/fees-and-funding/international-student-fees-and-funding

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