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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 2026).
  • 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 50 psychology degree (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) 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.

Academic Year 2025/26

8 September 2025 - 19 June 2026

  • Term 1: 8 September 2025 - 12 December 2025
  • Term 2: 12 January 2026 - 27 March 2026
  • Term 3: 13 April 2026 - 19 June 2026
Academic Year 2025/26

12 January 2026 - 14 August 2026

  • Term 1: 12 January 2026 - 27 March 2026
  • Term 2: 7 April 2026 - 22 May 2026
  • Term 3: 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

Prices shown here reflect the cost of tuition fees for this course for the 2025/26 academic year. Tuition fees for this course may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2026 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.

Please note these prices don't include accommodation. Visit your centre’s accommodation page to know more about your housing options.

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