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- BSC (Hons) Applied Business Psychology with Foundation Year (G)
- Location: London - Canary Wharf, London - Greenford, Birmingham, Manchester
- Delivery: Weekdays, evenings and/or weekends.
- Awarded Degree: BSC (Hons) Applied Business Psychology with Foundation Year
- Awarding Institution: Bath Spa University
- Duration: 4 years
- Intakes: October, February, June
The BSC (Hons) Applied Business Psychology with Foundation Year is an interdisciplinary degree that combines the study of human behaviour with core business principles. The programme gives you the opportunity to explore how psychological theories can be applied to areas such as marketing, management, human resources and consumer behaviour.
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Course overviewOn your Foundation Year, you will have the opportunity to develop academic and employability skills essential for higher education study while being introduced to key concepts in psychology and business management.
The following year of study will deepen your understanding of psychology and business integration. You will also develop key employability skills, critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and adaptability, all of which are vital for success in the fields of business and psychology.
As you advance to Level 5, you will delve deeper into key concepts and principles introduced in earlier modules, such as human resource management including equality, diversity, and inclusion, the psychology of leadership and management, entrepreneurship and innovation. Students will gain insights into digital marketing strategies from a business psychology perspective.
In your last year, you will use your knowledge gained to tackle advanced topics and apply strategic thinking to organisational development. These modules will equip you with a thorough understanding of how psychological principles can facilitate transformations and changes within businesses. You will get an insight into the psychological aspects of online communication, and virtual interactions, essential for understanding the challenges and opportunities presented by the digital age.
You will also explore strategic decision-making processes crucial for driving organisational success and learn essential negotiation techniques and strategies. The Career Paths in Business and Psychology module helps you explore and plan your professional trajectory by identifying potential career opportunities that leverage both business acumen and psychological understanding. Additionally, the Project module will allow you to apply knowledge and skills to real-world challenges, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
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 course uses an authentic assessment strategy to ensure that each module takes you into realistic real-life situations, providing a formative pathway for assessing the learning goals of both specific modules and the overall programme. The assessments in the majority of the modules allow you to use your own business ideas, therefore allowing you to receive detailed feedback and time to reflect and develop your proposals further.
Assessment on the course is designed to provide suitable opportunities for you to demonstrate a full range of knowledge, skills and competencies that are key in the business environment. Assessment methods include essays, reports, real-life simulations, presentations, projects and group debates.
You will be required to work in your own time to complete research, homework tasks or group work. Self-study is vital to your success in this course and lecturers will give you guidance on how best to approach this throughout the study period.
Assessment methods at lcoolhe are reviewed annually and may be updated based on student feedback, to suit content or based upon feedback from an External Examiner. An External Examiner is an independent academic expert from an external Higher Education Institution that acts as a safeguard to academic assessment standards.
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 carry out an English test provided at a lcoolhe campus.
Applicants Aged 21+:
We welcome applications from students 21+ who do not match the standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate willingness and commitment to studying this subject, and who can evidence academic, professional or vocational experience in a related field. Have the following English qualification: GCSE grade 4/C or CEFR B1. If you do not have this qualification, you can carry out an English test provided at a lcoolhe 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 lcoolhe.
3) A panel interview takes place to assess listening and speaking skills. You’ll also be tested on your writing via a personal reflection statement.
4) lcoolhe make a final decision on your application.
Fees
| Course Name | Fees (per year) |
| BSc (Hons) Applied Business Psychology with Foundation Year | £9,250 (4 year course) |
Funding Your Study
You may be able to borrow money from the UK Government to help pay your tuition fees and to help with 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 support you with living costs whilst studying.