Connect psychological research, human behaviour and wellbeing with practical analysis and professional development. The published curriculum offers a platform for relevant work or further study.
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For learners seeking a preparatory year before degree-level study; progression depends on meeting the course requirements.
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What you will learn
Published modules
Selected published modules. Options and availability may change between intakes.
Introduction to Research and WritingFoundation Level
Introduction to Health and Social CareFoundation Level
Professional Development Skills for Health and Social CareFoundation Level
Academic Professional Skills in PsychologyYear One
Introduction to Psychological Research MethodsYear One
Introduction to Biological and Cognitive PsychologyYear One
Advanced Biological and Cognitive PsychologyYear Two
Advanced Social and Developmental PsychologyYear Two
Advanced Research MethodsYear Two
Psychological Applications in Professional ContextsYear Three
Forensic and Clinical PsychologyYear Three
Research ProjectYear Three
Put it into practice
Illustrative examples based on these subjects; assessed activities are confirmed by the provider.
Illustrative example: Design a small hypothetical memory study, define variables and analyse simulated results without drawing clinical conclusions.
Subject areas
Subject guidance. The exact curriculum for this course variant needs confirmation with the provider.
psychological research, human behaviour and wellbeing
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Explore your career potential
Gross annual figures. Region and source are shown for each occupation.
Indicative occupational salaries, not guaranteed earnings after this course.
Clinical psychologist
Additional training or accreditation required
Assesses and treats complex psychological difficulties.
Starting out
£49,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000
How to get there: Obtain BPS Graduate Basis through an accredited psychology qualification or conversion, relevant experience, a qualifying clinical doctorate and HCPC registration.
Offers structured talking support for emotional difficulties.
Starting out
£25,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£48,000
How to get there: Complete recognised practitioner counselling training, supervised client practice and the professional registration expected by employers.
Provides registered nursing care for people with mental-health needs.
Starting out
£32,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£48,000
How to get there: Complete a separate approved nursing qualification, clinical placements and NMC registration; this course does not qualify you as a nurse.
Supports people and families facing social and safeguarding challenges.
Starting out
£32,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£48,000
How to get there: Complete an approved qualifying social-work degree or postgraduate programme and register with the regulator for the UK nation of practice.
Youth workers support young people aged 11 to 25 to help them with their personal, social and educational development.
Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£37,000
How to get there: Gain youth-work experience; professional youth-worker posts normally require a recognised youth-work qualification and safeguarding checks.
Family support workers offer tailored help to families and carers, and give advice on how to promote their children's learning and development.
Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£36,000
How to get there: Gain practical experience with the relevant client group and complete required occupational training, safeguarding and background checks.
Supports teachers and pupils with classroom learning.
Starting out
£19,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£26,000
How to get there: Gain practical experience with the relevant client group and complete required occupational training, safeguarding and background checks.
Use therapeutic play to help children express feelings and manage difficulties.
Starting out
£31,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£53,000
How to get there: Complete recognised postgraduate play-therapy training, supervised placements and professional registration; relevant child-focused experience is normally needed.
Under 21: 32 UCAS points plus GCSE English & Maths at grade 3/D or above
OR 5 GCSEs at grade 3/D plus evidence of 2 years study at level 3, study
does not need to be passed
If GCSE English not met, ELPT may be accepted
Maths exemption only for Law or Health & Social Care, subject to approval
by Head of Admissions
Mature Students: Level 3 (Ofqual recognised) or international equivalent in
an academic subject. Practical subjects such as Sport not accepted unless
worth 32 UCAS Points
Level 2 (Ofqual recognised) qualifications must be academic; practical Level
2 not accepted
Check Ofqual recognition: https://find-a-
qualification.services.ofqual.gov.uk/find-regulated-organisations
Minimum 2 GCSEs at grade 3/D in academic subjects or 3 Functional Skills
at Level 2.
Work Experience Route
Minimum 6 months full-time experience (25+ hours/week) within last 2 years
Must be relevant to the chosen degree; however, manual labour roles will
not be accepted, such as Cleaner, Warehouse Operative or Driver
Customer service-based roles that are customer-facing can be accepted if
the applicant can demonstrate relevant skills practiced
Interview required; employment reference must be from a business email
Recent payslip (within 3 months) required unless employer is large
organisation
Self-employed applicants assessed case by case but requirement to see
established acceptable business
English language
Duolingo or ELPT ; Student will be exempt from the ELPT if they hold: English qualification at level 2, or an academic qualification at level 3
Interview or assessment
Same as ARU and UCLAN
Classes and attendance
2 Weekdays on campus : Available(9:30 AM - 5:30 PM)
Status: Open
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Funding and support
FUNDING AWAITING CONFIRMATION
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Student Finance England
Tuition fees:To be confirmed
Maintenance:To be confirmed
Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you. If the course has not been confirmed as LLE-funded, check it with us.
For courses starting before 1 January 2027, the Tuition Fee Loan has no upper age limit. If you are 60 or over at the start of the first academic year, eligible full-time living-cost support is up to £4,582 in 2026/27, depending on household income.
Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you.
Previous study does not rule you out: it depends on what you studied, whether you received UK funding and the course. We review it with you.
Student Finance England makes the decision. We help you check.Official source
Course funding does not guarantee individual approval or a particular amount.
To receive a Maintenance Loan you normally need regular in-person classes during the week. A course offering only weekend attendance does not normally meet these requirements. Before enrolling, confirm the timetable and any applicable exceptions with the provider and Student Finance England.
The provider will check that you meet the English requirements for this course, whether you are a Home or international student. Declaring your level does not replace their assessment.
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Sources and review
Academic information reviewed: 2026-10-21
Catalogue availability and curriculum/salary evidence are checked on separate dates.