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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ScienceUCAS: C801
Psychology
University of South WalesMerthyr Tydfil, Wales
2 yearsDuration
£16,200Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
90%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of South Wales, the FdSc Psychology provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in psychology. Based in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Psychology is an exciting, real-world science and this course provides a unique insight into how we behave. Many jobs put psychology into practice, from management and human resources to managing a factory shop floor, or running a business. The only one of its kind in the region, this course combines academic study with work placements designed to highlight the range of different careers available. International tuition fees are £16,200 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, and 71% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Introduction to Psychology
Human Development and Learning
Social Psychology and Group Behaviour
Research Methods and Statistics
Psychological Applications in the Workplace
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Cognitive Processes and Perception
Work Placement and Professional Practice
UCAS Code:C801
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | DD |
| UCAS Points | 48 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| 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
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£16,200
per year
Total Course Cost (2 years)£32,400
Home Student Fee
£9,790
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 of South Wales
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £14,000 | £19,500 | £22,500 |
| 5 years | £19,500 | £23,500 | £27,500 |
UK subject average: £22,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 11% below UK average salary
This course
£19,500
UK average
£22,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£22,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
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
62%Working
9%Studying
15%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
46%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes 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.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
89%
Overall
Teaching on my course
90%Learning opportunities
91%Assessment and feedback
85%Academic support
90%Organisation and management
90%Learning resources
93%Student voice
87%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
77%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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