BSc (Hons) Psychology with Sociology

The BSc (Hons) Psychology with Sociology course at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is a full-time undergraduate course that offers the chance to study two related social sciences. This course not only helps students to explore the human mind and understand why people behave the way they do but it also allows them to understand how society functions and how it has changed over time.Course Content: This course blends psychological theory with sociological perspectives, giving students an in-depth understanding of human behaviour and societal structures. Students will study four core streams: developmental psychology, social psychology, biological psychology, and cognitive psychology. They will also learn about various sociological theories and methods, including crime and deviance, the family, education, religion, and stratification.Key Modules: Some of the core and optional modules students may study during the course include 'Understanding Social Life', 'Being and Becoming in Sociology', 'Foundations in Cognitive Psychology', 'Biological Bases of Behaviour', 'Quantitative and Qualitative Methods in Psychology' among others.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), giving graduates the opportunity to gain Graduate and/or Chartered Membership of the Society and eligibility to apply to the HCPC register to practice as a Forensic Psychologist.Future Careers: Upon successful completion of the course, students can move on to a range of careers. Graduates find work as psychological wellbeing practitioners, assistant psychologists, family support workers, healthcare workers, teachers, and more. The course also serves as a solid foundation for further study in specific areas of psychology or sociology.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.