Psychology with Sociology

Embark on a fascinating journey to understand people, society and behaviour on our Psychology with Sociology BSc. Learn about the mind, emotions and individual differences, using theories, research methods and concepts to uncover human behaviour. As a social scientist, you will develop valuable skills in critical thinking, communication and problem-solving that will support you in the workplace, across a wide range of careers in psychology, education, civil services and the health sector.

Why choose this course?

• Our integrated research-led programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)

• Global Top 300 for Social Sciences (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2022)

• A chance to broaden your horizons and study abroad at a partner university

• Opportunity to gain professional experience with a placement year

• Gain highly transferable graduate employability skills to pursue a broad range of careers in business, service, education and caring professions

Are you curious to understand why people act in certain ways and how social groups are formed? Keele's Psychology with Sociology degree examines the human mind, people’s emotions, and behaviours, as well as analysing culture and society.

Our BPS-accredited* programme covers developmental, social, biological, and cognitive psychology, as well as the 'why' behind individual differences within each of these areas. Sociology explores fundamental questions about society, social relationships, institutions, and culture. You will be introduced to fundamental topics in ethics and social theory with the opportunity to investigate these further as you progress through your degree. The blend of Psychology with Sociology enables you to consider how these subjects can be applied to different areas of life and go hand in hand to understand society.

Throughout your degree, you will train as a responsible and ethical researcher, building valuable skills, applicable to various careers. You will gain skills in how to conduct research and interpret qualitative and quantitative data to draw conclusions that advance your understanding of how people think and behave. Developing critical thinking skills, you will become equipped with essential attributes applicable for working in various fields from caring professions, education and psychology. You will also have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through placement opportunities that will support you to hit the ground running in the workplace environment, developing personal and professional skills.

*subject to passing your final year project and achieving a minimum 2:2 degree award

About Keele
Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.

We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.

Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.