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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ScienceUCAS: 3PWC

Psychology and Counselling Skills

University Centre South Devon
Paignton, England
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2 yearsDuration
£13,500Per Year (Intl)
£8,825Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University Centre South Devon, the FdSc Psychology and Counselling Skills provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in psychology. Based in Paignton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. This foundation degree is ideal for those who are interested in developing theoretical knowledge and practical skills in psychology and counselling. Some modules will be tutor lead and will involve taking notes and writing assignments. Other modules will include more experiential learning through the practical application of skills. Home/uk fees are £8,825 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 98% student satisfaction rating, and a 90% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Foundations of Psychology
Mental Health and Psychological Treatments
Social Psychology and Human Behaviour
Counselling Skills and Communication
Person-Centred and Gestalt Approaches
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Practice
Research Methods and Data Analysis
Professional Practice and Ethics in Counselling
UCAS Code:3PWC
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points48

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£13,500

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£27,000

Home Student Fee

£8,825

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — University Centre South Devon

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
5 years£14,500£23,500£27,500

UK subject average: £22,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH04-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
Official Data

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