Sociology and Psychological Studies BA (Hons)

<strong>Blend psychology with sociology to answer questions about who we are and what makes us human. Youll build a broad skill set on this varied humanities course.</strong><br/><br/>Add a social psychological insight to questions traditionally associated with sociology.<br/><br/>As part of this course, you’ll:<br/><br/><br/>• Discover how we develop as individuals and learn how institutions and social structures influence how we act<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Explore a wide range of sociological themes, touching on the theories of classical and contemporary sociologists<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Study psychological topics, including how different environments shape human behaviour, the inter-relationship between the individual and broader social and cultural phenomena<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Understand how psychology can be used for the benefit of society<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Shape your course to the career you want by selecting from a range of option modules in the final year<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Find out more...</strong><br/><strong>Varied assessments</strong><br/>As part of your studies, youll undertake a wide variety of assessments. In your second year, you could participate in a day-long conference where youll have the opportunity to present your own research findings. You could also publish your essay in our universitys highly regarded sociology journal.<br/><br/><strong>Hands-on experience</strong><br/>Youll gain practical experience in research, as you conduct observational exercises within the city of Leeds, gleaning insights into peoples behaviour. Leeds is the perfect place to study as its packed with organisations that offer work experience and job opportunities upon graduation.<br/><br/>Unlike other joint degree programmes, this course will allow you to focus equally on sociology and psychology. Youll be encouraged to determine your own line of enquiry. Therell be plenty of opportunities to develop your practical experience through live projects and observational research trips.<br/><br/><strong>Build a robust skill set</strong><br/>On this Sociology & Psychological Studies degree, youll develop an impressive skill set, applicable to numerous industries, sectors, and roles. This will open countless doors for your future career and boost your employability prospects.<br/><br/><strong>Teaching expertise</strong><br/>Youll learn from our team of expert academics, who are all research-active and specialists in their field.<br/><br/><strong>Why study the BA Sociology and Psychological Studies course at Leeds Beckett University?</strong><br/><br/><br/>- 90% of students on BA (Hons) Sociology & Psychological Studies were positive about the way staff explain things*<br/><br/><br/>• Research-led teaching<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop research skillset - gain practical experience in conducting research<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Guest lectures - learn from experts as they share their industry experience<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Work-Based Learning module - engage with your learning in a ‘real world’ context through a period of work-based learning<br/><br/><br/><br/>*National Student Survey 2025

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