Course Summary

Want to explore sociology, psychology, social work or adult nursing practice but not quite ready to study at degree level? Students will study a range of topics that are central or highly relevant to the study of the social sciences. You’ll explore areas such as mental health and wellbeing, contemporary issues in social sciences, and professional practice to help prepare for undergraduate study. The course has an applied focus – students are encouraged and enabled to apply their theoretical knowledge to real world problems, such as mental health, psychological wellbeing and everyday problem-solving. On successful completion of the foundation year, students will be eligible to progress onto our sociology programme or one of our psychology undergraduate degrees, which are accredited by the British Psychology Society. Students interested in social work or adult nursing practice can apply and be interviewed for either of these degrees. During this foundation year, you’ll begin to develop the academic writing and independent learning skills necessary to study a scientific discipline. You’ll also begin to learn the basics of thinking and writing in social sciences. You’ll be taught by an experienced team who are accessible and approachable, and ultimately dedicated to providing an inclusive learning environment. The course offers an introduction to a range of topics within psychology and sociology and other social science disciplines **What does this course lead to?** Studying this foundation degree can help you on to the path of studying a full criminology, psychology, sociology, social work or adult nursing practice undergraduate degree. If you meet all the requirements at the end of the course you could go on to study the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Psychology course. **Who is this course for?** The course is specifically designed for those wanting to study social sciences but who do not meet the entry requirements. It is also suitable for those who wish to refresh their academic skills and subject specific knowledge before starting an undergraduate degree.

Course Details - Modules

FOUNDATION MODULES Professional Practice Contemporary Issues in Social Sciences Crime and Risk in Society Media Project in Social Sciences Investigating in the Social Sciences Psychological Approaches to Mental Health On successful completion of the foundation, you will automatically progress onto the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Psychology course where you will study the following modules: YEAR 1 - CORE MODULES Introduction to Sport Psychology Introduction to Skill Acquisition and Motor Performance Exploring Psychology Psychology Across the Lifespan Quantitative Data Analysis Introduction to Health and Exercise Psychology YEAR 2 - CORE MODULES Applied Techniques in Sport Psychology Advanced Health and Exercise Psychology Brain and Behaviour The Social Individual Psychological Research YEAR 2 - OPTIONS (please note that not all options are guaranteed to run each academic year) Sport and Exercise Psychophysiology Counselling: Application and Practice YEAR 3 - CORE MODULES Professional Practice in Sports Psychology Applied Health and Exercise Psychology Sport and Exercise Psychology in the Real World Applied Psychology Research Project YEAR 3 - OPTIONS (please note that not all options are guaranteed to run each academic year) Psychology and Society Extended Essay

Course Details – Assessment Method

Students are assessed by a combination of presentations (individual and group), essays, practical reports, portfolios (ie, non-essay written assignments consisting of a variety of written pieces based on independent learning), and in-class electronic tests.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: SEP3

Institution code: S30

Campus Name: Main Site

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at PPP or BTEC Diploma at MP or equivalent. Applicants over the age of 21 may be considered based on relevant experience, without having the required tariff points.

In combination with other qualifications


Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic) 5.5 with a minimum 5.0 in each individual component. This must be a Secure English Language Test (SELT)

All international applicants need to be aware that the English language requirements to attend Solent University, and the English language requirements to obtain a visa from the Home Office, may be different. This means that if you meet the Solent University language requirement to gain a place on the course, you may still have to meet additional requirements to be granted with a visa by the Home Office. We strongly advise all applicants to visit the Home Office website which outlines all the requirements for a successful visa application and to take a look at this PDF document which outlines both Solent University and Home Office requirements for a number of language tests.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

EU 9250.0 Year 1
England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1
International 12000.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

East Park Terrace
Address2 are not listed for this Course.
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Southampton
SO14 0YN

Career tips, advice and guides straight to your inbox.

Join our newsletter today.