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Southampton, Solent University · Undergraduate
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Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the BSc (Hons) Psychology with Social Sciences Foundation Year at Southampton, Solent University. Based in Southampton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Want to explore the areas of psychology or sociology but not quite ready to study at degree level? The social sciences foundation year provides the perfect introduction to studying this fascinating subject, and will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to progress on to a related full undergraduate degree. Leading directly on to our highly regarded sport, health and social sciences courses, this one-year foundation programme will equip you with the skills you’ll need to progress on to a full degree. Home/uk fees are £5,760 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £22,500 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.
| A-Level | DD Minimum of two completed A-levels, or BTEC Extended Diploma at PPP, or BTEC Diploma at MP, or T-Level Pass (D or E), or equivalent |
| UCAS Points | 48 |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Home Student Fee
£5,760
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
£0m investment in our campus and industry-standard facilities Top0% for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2025) Top0 best student city (StudentCrowd, 2024) Build confidence and gain an introduction to academic skills before progressing on to your chosen degree course. Not all optional modules are guaranteed to run each year. For international and EU students As a general guide, we look for qualifications that are equivalent to the British high school A-levels. Qualifications Qualif
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,000 | £27,500 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £18,500 | £22,500 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £21,500 | £27,500 | £32,000 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Southampton, Solent University · Undergraduate
Southampton, Solent University · Undergraduate
Southampton, Solent University · Undergraduate
Southampton, Solent University · Undergraduate
Southampton, Solent University · Undergraduate

Southampton, Solent University offers Psychology with Social Sciences Foundation Year as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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