An interest in psychological science alongside helping conversations is signalled by the BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling with Foundation Year title. Greenwich hosts full-time weekday study after Year Zero. The published award title on this page is BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling. AF Education does not claim BPS accreditation or therapist registration from this page. Year Zero entry lists five GCSEs at grades A*–C, with applications assessed individually. AF Education gives UK home students free help with the application and with Student Finance England.
Key facts
- Award / level
- BSc (Hons) (Bachelors)
- Study mode
- Full time
- Schedule options
- Weekday
- Location
- At the Greenwich campus in London
- Upcoming intake
- January 2027
- Foundation year
- Yes — included in this course title
- Awarding university
- University of Greenwich International College
- Partner pathway
- OIEG
Who this course is for
This suits mature students and career changers who want BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling but need a foundation year before degree-level study.
Entry routes for mature students
Foundation-year (Year Zero) entry lists five GCSEs at grades A*–C (or the grades stated ), with each application assessed individually. AF Education will confirm the evidence you need.
Funding with Student Finance England
AF Education is a free service for England-resident UK home students — not international applicants. For eligible courses, a Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly to the university and a Maintenance Loan is paid to you for living costs. Eligibility depends on residency and previous study; use our free eligibility checker before you apply.
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How often you study
Full-time weekday study is listed at London. Most courses AF Education supports need 1 to 2 campus days a week, usually about 2 to 4 hours a day, so many students keep working. Your exact timetable is confirmed before you enrol.
Career and progression
AF Education does not guarantee jobs or progression. The degree aims to build knowledge and transferable skills valued across related roles.
Course overview from University of Greenwich International College
About BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling with Foundation Year
University of Greenwich International College offers BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling with Foundation Year as full-time, weekday, at the Greenwich campus in London (Bounty House, Creek Road, SE8 3DE). Partner: OIEG.
Psychology with counselling in the award title signals an interest in both psychological science and helping conversations — attractive to applicants exploring wellbeing, support work, or further training pathways later. The foundation year indicates a preparatory stage before the honours levels. AF Education does not claim BPS accreditation, clinical practice hours, or therapist titles on this page because those facts are not stored on the course row.
Greenwich is the study location for this UGIC psychology pathway. Use this overview to confirm the foundation-year psychology-with-counselling course, then speak with an adviser about eligibility, application timing, and funding questions under Student Finance England rules that apply to you personally.
Psychology courses with counselling in the name are easy to mix up with psychology-only or mental-health-named awards elsewhere on our site. Stick to this Greenwich foundation-year ID when that exact combination is what you want, and verify any professional-body questions directly with the provider via AF Education.
How this course differs
This page is BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling with Foundation Year at University of Greenwich International College: Bachelors, with a foundation year, Full Time (Weekday), at Greenwich (London). Other versions with the same title are listed below so you can pick the right one.
| Course | University | Level | Foundation year | Mode | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling with Foundation Year this page | University of Greenwich International College (Partner: OIEG) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekday | Greenwich (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling with Foundation Year | Bath Spa University (Partner: GBS) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekday, Weekend, Evening | Bow Road (London), Brindleyplace (Birmingham), Fazeley Studios (Birmingham), Gallery House (Leeds), Greenford (London), Queensway (Birmingham), St George House (Leeds), Stratford (London), Universal Square (Manchester), Wellington Place (Leeds) |
| BSc Psychology with Counselling with Foundation Year | University of Bradford International College (Partner: OIEG) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekday | Bradford |
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling with Foundation Year is available at London. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling with Foundation Year
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Greenwich
Bounty House, Creek Road, Greenwich, SE8 3DE
View on Google mapsUpcoming intake Jan 2027
Campus locations on the map
Entry Requirements for University of Greenwich International College
These requirements are indicative only and subject to change. Each application is dealt with on an individual basis. Year Zero (foundation year) Five GCSEs at grades A*–C Year One 80 UCAS points…
How AF Education helps
AF Education support is 100% free for students. We help you check eligibility, choose a suitable course and campus, prepare documents, and submit your application — with clear next steps for Student Finance England where relevant.
FAQs about this course
Is a foundation year included?
Yes. This course includes a foundation year before the main degree stages.
How is the course delivered?
The schedule is Weekday (Full time).
Can mature students apply?
Yes. Mature applicants are often considered through work-experience routes with a CV, references and an interview where required.
Can I get Student Finance England for this course?
AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.
Does AF Education guarantee a job after the course?
No. AF Education helps with applications and funding checks but does not guarantee jobs or places.
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