International Foundation in Psychology

The University of Manchester
Prepare for direct entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in Psychology at The University of Manchester. The only specialist International Foundation program that guarantees an offer to study at The University of Manchester.

Key Information

  • Progress to a world top 35 institution, The University of Manchester (QS World University Rankings 2025).
  • Smaller class sizes and expert guidance with university applications at INTO Manchester, ensuring plenty of academic support and help choosing where to study.
  • Investigate the study of sleep, nonverbal behavior, eye movements and decision-making through lab work.
  • Progress to a world top 40 psychology degree (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024) and learn from leading industry experts.
  • The university is home to state-of-the-art facilities including specialist neuroscience equipment for EEG, MRI and TMS.
  • Gain practical experience through an integrated 30-hour placement or a full placement year.

Course Details

International Foundation in Psychology

The University of Manchester

Age Requirement

16

All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For January start dates, students must have turned 17 years old by the 31st December immediately preceding the course.
Academic Requirements
Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in all subskills) or equivalent.
Class size

25

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

2025 Fall Start (September)

Course start date : 8 September 2025 - Course end date: 19 June 2026

  • Semester 1 fall: 8 September 2025 - 12 December 2025
  • Semester 2 spring: 12 January 2026 - 27 March 2026
  • Semester 3 summer: 13 April 2026 - 19 June 2026
2026 Spring Start (January)

Course start date : 12 January 2026 - Course end date: 14 August 2026

  • Semester 1 spring: 12 January 2026 - 27 March 2026
  • Semester 2 spring: 7 April 2026 - 22 May 2026
  • Semester 3 summer: 26 May 2026 - 14 August 2026

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 27,495.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 250.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 120.00 - 440.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 500.00

Approximate cost

£ 28,365.00 - 28,685.00

The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, program length and choice of accommodation.

The prices shown are for the current academic year of 01 September 2025 – 31 August 2026 and are for indicative purposes only.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2026 2025 will pay the 2025/2026 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2026/2027 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

Public Health-BSc

Final level %: BBB
English level %: EAP B overall, C in each component

Psychology-BSc (Hons)

Final level %: AAA in Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics (in any order)

P

A

English level %: B

Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology-BSc (Hons)

Final level %: AAB with grades AA in two sciences (preferably Biology and Chemistry), grade B in a 3rd subject
English level %: B with no component below B