Academic Skills DevelopmentIntroduction to Business and PsychologyStudy Skills for Higher EducationPersonal and Professional DevelopmentPrinciples of Management

Principles of Business ManagementIntroduction to PsychologyAcademic Skills for PracticeWork-Based ProjectProfessional Practice in Business

Organisational Behaviour and PsychologyConsumer and Marketing PsychologyResearch Methods in Business and PsychologyApplied ProjectLeadership and Human Resource Management

Advanced Business PsychologyStrategic Organisational DevelopmentPsychology for Business Decision-MakingDissertation / Research ProjectProfessional Development in Business and Psychology

BSc (Hons) Applied Business Psychology with Foundation Year

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BSc (Hons) Applied Business Psychology with Foundation Year

This four-year BSc (Hons) Applied Business Psychology with Foundation Year is designed to give students a strong academic foundation before advancing to degree-level study. The foundation year develops essential skills such as academic writing, research techniques, study strategies, and an introduction to business and psychology principles, preparing students for success in higher-level modules.

The degree combines psychology with business applications, covering areas including organisational behaviour, human resources, consumer psychology, and business decision-making. Students take part in applied projects, case studies, and practical exercises to build analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Graduates are prepared for roles in business, HR, consultancy, and organisational development, with pathways to postgraduate study or professional qualifications in business or psychology.

Academic Journey

Duration: 4 Years (Full-time)

Inside the Learning Segments

Foundation Year

Academic Skills Development
Introduction to Business and Psychology
Study Skills for Higher Education
Personal and Professional Development
Principles of Management

Year 1 (Level 4)

Principles of Business Management
Introduction to Psychology
Academic Skills for Practice
Work-Based Project
Professional Practice in Business

Year 2 (Level 5)

Organisational Behaviour and Psychology
Consumer and Marketing Psychology
Research Methods in Business and Psychology
Applied Project
Leadership and Human Resource Management

Year 3 (Level 6)

Advanced Business Psychology
Strategic Organisational Development
Psychology for Business Decision-Making
Dissertation / Research Project
Professional Development in Business and Psychology

Level 3 qualification or equivalent
Relevant work experience considered for non-standard entry
English proficiency equivalent to GCSE Grade C/4 or CEFR B2
Mature applicants without formal qualifications may be assessed based on work or vocational experience
Successful completion of an academic interview

Discover Your Career Direction

Graduates gain a combination of applied psychology and business skills, preparing them for careers in human resources, organisational development, consultancy, and business analysis. Applied projects and practical learning ensure graduates can use psychological principles to enhance workplace performance, decision-making, and employee engagement.

Career routes
Graduates often pursue roles such as:

Graduates also have opportunities to continue to postgraduate study or professional qualifications in business or psychology.

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