Psychosocial Studies

Our exciting BA (Hons) Psychosocial Studies course explores the relationship between 'self' and society. The course combines the study of individuals, using psychology and psychoanalysis, with the winder cultural and systemic studies of sociology. You'll gain a rounded understanding of human behaviours, nature and relationships, as well as the ability to apply the theory practically to a variety of questions and fields.

As a full-time (3 days per week, 3 years) student, you will get the opportunity to take a variety of modules in order to build up a programme of study which suits your own subject interest or future career plans. All students have a personal tutor who they can meet at least twice a semester to review progress and assist with any personal or academic problems. In the first year of the programme students are provided with study skills and tutorials in order to hone skills relevant to higher education and progression into the sector. This course is an excellent choice if you're considering a career in fields such as health, education, criminal justice, social work or HR management.

These are the modules for the last academic year. These are currently under revalidation so some of these modules can be subject to change

Year 1
Sociology in Action
Self & Society
Contemporary Inequalities
Media Society & Crime

Year 2
The Research Toolkit: Design & Delivery
Sociology of Health Inequalities
Diagnosis & Formulation in Mental Health
Violence, Masculinity & Confrontation
Violence, Gender & Victimisation
Sociology of Education
Sociology of Religion

Year 3
Undergraduate Major Project
Nature and Society
Clinical Psychology
Sex, sexuality & Gender
Organised Crime
Investigative Psychology
Lifespan Development
Youth, Crime and Aggression
Groups in Conflict: Social Psychological Issues

There are no final examinations at the end of the course, but some modules have an in class test as part of their assessment. Other modes of assessment include presentations, essays and, in the third year the major project dissertation.