International Year One in Psychology

University of East Anglia International Study Centre

Psychology student using equipment at UEA

Psychology students working together at a computer

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.

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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 2025).
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

Academic Requirements

Minimum of 72 UCAS points (DDD), excluding General Studies and native language. Min C in Maths GCSE.

English Language Requirements

IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing and no less than 4.5 in other subskills) or equivalent.

Class size

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.

2025 Summer Start (June)

Programme start date : 30 June 2025 - Programme end date: 26 June 2026

Term 1 summer: 30 June 2025 - 12 September 2025
Term 2 fall: 22 September 2025 - 12 December 2025
Term 3 spring: 5 January 2026 - 20 March 2026
Term 4 summer: 6 April 2026 - 26 June 2026

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 23,995.00

Accommodation

£ 2,079.00 - 12,502.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 250.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 70.00 - 415.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 500.00

Approximate cost

£ 26,894.00 - 37,662.00

Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon

Core modules

Credit Units

English Language and Study Skills

Self and Society for International Students

40 Credit Units

English and Study Skills for Psychology

Psychology of the Individual for International Students

40 Credit Units

Research, Design and Analysis

40 Credit Units

= Placement option available

= 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.

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

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-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

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