BSc (Hons)Psychology with Sociology

Study location	United Kingdom, City Centre Campus
Type	Bachelor courses, sandwich
Nominal duration	4 years
Study language	English
Awards	BSc (Hons)
Course code	LC38

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher)

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL, Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or other equivalent IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each band) TOEFL (IBT): Overall score of 80 or above, with at least 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking CAE: level C

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application.

More information	bcu.ac.uk/..ith-sociology-bsc-hons-2018-19

Overview

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Programme structure

This course will teach you to assess how the main areas of psychology and sociology have developed, integrated and contributed to the growth of specialised areas which are underpinned by both disciplines.

The course is enquiry-led and practice-based in nature, exposing you to a range of learning activities that enable you to apply scientific theory and research to contemporary phenomena. You’ll learn to understand how people respond in varying situations, but will also encourage you to challenge misconceptions about human behaviour and society.

The modules you study all have real-world contexts, allowing you to examine the society we live in, as well as a range of other psychological and sociological concerns.

Our focus on contemporary and innovative learning practices further contributes to employability, with dedicated personal development modules that focus on problem-based learning.

At the start of your learning journey, we will manage your transition into university by introducing you to core psychological and sociological knowledge, and promoting development of intellectual, research, employability and independent learning skills. In your second year, you will refine these skills and develop critical thinking. The final stages of your degree involve application of these skills in research, real-world and employability contexts, ensuring that you are a well-rounded, employable graduate that can easily adapt to the continuing societal changes presented in the 21st century.

Examples of formative activities include essays, research proposals, semi-formal debates, individual group presentations, multiple choice questionnaires, quizzes, online forums and mock exams. We also offer scheduled one-to-one meetings and office hours for more detailed feedback if required. The formative activities will help you complete your summative assessments with a clear focus and confidently.

Career opportunities

A psychology with sociology degree opens up a wide range of career opportunities both within and outside the psychology field. Within the psychology field you can become a qualified psychologist, after postgraduate studies, leading to roles in forensic psychology, clinical psychology, educational psychology, health psychology and other career paths. Recent graduates have entered into education, teaching, the media, social services and health administration.

A psychology with sociology degree will also equip you with a host of transferable skills which can lead to careers such as human resources, counselling, teaching, research, government and many more.