BSc (Hons) Psychology with a Foundation Year (Elite Athlete Pathway)

Psychology with a Foundation Year is only available to students performing at a very high standard in a chosen sport, who wish to study at Loughborough, but do not have the required qualifications due to sporting commitments.Completing a foundation year will enable you to progress onto the first year of one of our Psychology degree courses, provided the relevant progression criteria are metDuring the year you will undertake core modules in Psychology with Sociology and choose options from subjects including Biology, Business, Mathematics, Geography, Sports Science and Economics.Our foundation course is taught in-house by University staff. As a student on the course you will be a member of the University, with full access to the Students’ Union, clubs, societies, sports facilities and support departments. Completing a foundation can be a real attribute to your overall degree success. It not only opens doors to courses that may have previously looked closed, but also provides a sound base on which to establish a successful academic career. Many who have completed the foundation pathway have also said how beneficial it was to them in supporting their transition into University life.The Foundation Studies course also offers the opportunity for students performing at a very high standard in their chosen sport, who wish to study at Loughborough, but do not have the required qualifications due to sporting commitments. It is ideal for students who wish to combine their performance sports training with academic study. If you think your sport profile qualifies you to be considered for the elite athletes programme, please contact performancesport@lboro.ac.uk before applying.