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International Year One in Psychology

University of East Anglia International Study Centre
Prepare for entry to Year 2 of a professionally accredited Psychology degree at UEA. Throughout this International Year One program, you’ll benefit from studying with UEA first year students through shared lectures, and will become a part of UEA’s School of Psychology from day one.

Key Information

  • Students are a part of UEA's School of Psychology from day one.
  • Participate in lectures with Year 1 UEA psychology students and get a feel for university-style teaching.
  • Opportunities to participate in research conducted by third-year and postgraduate students.
  • UEA is UK top 30 for Psychology (The Complete University Guide 2026).
  • Progression degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and are available with an optional year abroad.
  • State-of-the-art laboratory facilities, including a fully immersive virtual reality suite, electroencephalography (EEG), and eye-tracking and motion tracking equipment.

Course Details

International Year One in Psychology

University of East Anglia International Study Centre

Age Requirement

16

Academic Requirements
Minimum of 72 UCAS points (DDD), excluding General Studies and native language. Min C in Maths GCSE.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing and no less than 5.0 in other subskills) or equivalent.
Class size

20

iCAS

If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS (integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)) program. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.

Apply for one of our iCAS programs

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

Academic Year 2026/27

14th September 2026 - 25th June 2027

  • Term 1: 14th September 2026 - 11th December 2026
  • Term 2: 4th January 2027 - 19th March 2027
  • Term 3: 5th April 2027 - 25th June 2027

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 20,975.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 250.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 70.00 - 415.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 500.00

Approximate cost

£ 21,795.00 - 22,140.00

Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

After successfully completing your pathway programme and achieving the specified academic and English language requirements, you can enter your degree. Explore the available degrees and their entry requirements below.

Developmental Psychology with a Placement Year-BSc (Hons)

Final level: Minimum of 40% in Research Design and Analysis module, 55% in all other modules
English level: 60% overall and 55% in each subskill
Additional Requirements

Social Psychology with a Placement Year-BSc (Hons)

Final level: Minimum of 40% in Research Design and Analysis module, 55% in all other modules
English level: 60% overall and 55% in each subskill
Additional Requirements

Social Psychology-BSc (Hons)

Final level: Minimum of 40% in Research Design and Analysis module, 55% in all other modules
English level: 60% overall and 55% in each subskill
Additional Requirements

Psychology-BSc (Hons)

Final level: Minimum of 40% in Research Design and Analysis module, 55% in all other modules
English level: 60% overall and 55% in each subskill
Additional Requirements

Cognitive Psychology-BSc (Hons)

Final level: Minimum of 40% in Research Design and Analysis module, 55% in all other modules
English level: 60% overall and 55% in each subskill
Additional Requirements

Developmental Psychology-BSc (Hons)

Final level: Minimum of 40% in Research Design and Analysis module, 55% in all other modules
English level: 60% overall and 55% in each subskill
Additional Requirements

Cognitive Psychology with a Placement Year-BSc (Hons)

Final level: Minimum of 40% in Research Design and Analysis module, 55% in all other modules
English level: 60% overall and 55% in each subskill
Additional Requirements

Psychology with a Placement Year-BSc (Hons)

Final level: Minimum of 40% in Research Design and Analysis module, 55% in all other modules
English level: 60% overall and 55% in each subskill
Additional Requirements