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BSc (Hons) Applied Business Psychology With Foundation Year

BSc (Hons) Applied Business Psychology With Foundation Year
Course Overview

Kickstart your career in the dynamic intersection of psychology and business with our BSc (Hons) Applied Business Psychology with Foundation Year at Justeducated. Designed for aspiring professionals who want to understand human behaviour in organisational settings, this innovative degree blends core psychological principles with real-world business applications.

Foundation Year: Build a Strong Academic & Professional Base

Our Foundation Year equips you with essential academic skills, critical thinking, and foundational knowledge in psychology, business management, and employability. Whether you’re new to higher education or returning after a break, this year ensures you’re fully prepared for degree-level study. You’ll explore introductory modules in human behaviour, organisational dynamics, and communication – setting the stage for advanced learning.

Year 1: Integrating Psychology & Business Fundamentals

Dive into the core of business psychology by studying topics such as consumer behaviour, organisational psychology, and leadership dynamics. Develop key transferable skills including problem-solving, teamwork, adaptability, and effective communication – all vital for success in modern workplaces. This year lays the groundwork for applying psychological insights to real business challenges.

Year 2 (Level 5): Deepen Expertise in Organisational Psychology

Advance your knowledge with modules focused on:

  • Human Resource Management with a strong emphasis on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
  • Psychology of Leadership and Management – how leaders influence teams and culture
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation from a psychological perspective
  • Digital Marketing Psychology – understanding consumer decision-making in online environments

Gain practical insights into how psychological theories drive engagement, motivation, and performance in the workplace.

Final Year: Master Strategic Business Psychology

In your final year, you’ll tackle advanced, industry-relevant topics that position you as a future-ready professional:

  • Strategic Organisational Development – lead change using psychological models
  • Psychology of Online Communication & Virtual Teams – thrive in remote and hybrid work environments
  • Strategic Decision-Making & Negotiation Techniques – master influence, persuasion, and conflict resolution
  • Career Paths in Business and Psychology – map your future in roles like HR Consultant, Talent Manager, UX Researcher, or Organisational Development Specialist
  • Capstone Project – apply your learning to a real-world business challenge, demonstrating your expertise and enhancing your employability

Year 0 (Foundation)

  • Academic Integrity and Assessment (20 credits)

  • Foundations in Business (20 credits)

  • Foundations in Psychology (20 credits)

  • Job Search Techniques and Professional Behaviour (20 credits)

  • Personal Development and Career Exploration (20 credits)

  • Study Strategies and Academic Development (20 credits)

Year 1

  • Business Ethics (20 credits)

  • Consumer Behaviour (20 credits)

  • Economics for Business (20 credits)

  • Marketing Essentials (20 credits)

  • Research Methods (20 credits)

  • Social Psychology (20 credits)

Year 2

  • Digital Marketing (20 credits)

  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation (20 credits)

  • Human Resource Management (20 credits)

  • International HRM (20 credits)

  • Positive Psychology in the Workplace (20 credits)

  • Psychology of Leadership and Management (20 credits)

Year 3

  • Career Paths in Business and Psychology (20 credits)

  • Cyberpsychology (20 credits)

  • Negotiations (20 credits)

  • Organisational Development and Change (20 credits)

  • Strategic Management (20 credits)

  • Project (40 credits)

This curriculum is offered by Justeducated

Applicants must be aged 18+ and:

  • Have a Level 3 qualification (equivalent to either 60 credits or 80 UCAS tariff points).

  • Have the following English qualification: GCSE grade 4/C or CEFR B1. If you do not have this qualification, you can take an English test provided at a Justeducated campus.

Applicants Aged 21+:

We welcome applications from students aged 21+ who may not meet the standard entry requirements but can demonstrate willingness and commitment to studying this subject. If you have academic, professional, or vocational experience in a related field, we encourage you to apply. You should have the following English qualification: GCSE grade 4/C or CEFR B1. If you do not have this qualification, you can take an English test provided at a Justeducated campus.

Next Steps:

  1. Please fill out an application form by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button on this page.

  2. Send your supporting documents when requested by Justeducated.

  3. A panel interview will take place to assess your listening and speaking skills. You’ll also be tested on your writing through a personal reflection statement.

  4. Justeducated will make the final decision on your application.

Fees

 

Course Name Fees for June 2025 Fees for New and Existing Students from August 2025
BSc (Hons) Applied Business Psychology with Foundation Year £9,250 (per year) £9,535 (per year)

Following the Government’s announcement that Undergraduate tuition fees for UK Undergraduate students will change for students enrolling or re-enrolling after 1 August 2025, Justeducated has updated the Fees information, as shown above.

Tuition fees for Home students may increase in subsequent years for both new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by the government.

Funding Your Study

You may be able to borrow money from the UK Government to help pay your tuition fees and support your living costs while studying.

This could take the form of a Tuition Fee Loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees, and/or a Maintenance Loan to assist with living costs during your studies.

Please visit our Fees & Funding page for more information.

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