BA (Hons) Psychology & Social Policy

The Psychology & Social Policy course at the University of Strathclyde combines the study of psychology with the study of social and policy responses to societal issues. This degree programme spans over 4 years, offering a strong base of knowledge in both subjects.Course Content: The duration of the course entails studying modules in psychology and social policy. Alongside this, students will learn skills in designing and conducting their own research, understanding policy processes, and examining social issues.Key Modules: Key modules include Psychology as a Science, Contemporary Social Policy, Methods & Design in Social Policy, Emotional Behaviour, and Social & Cognitive Development.Accreditations: The course is accredited by British Psychological Society, qualifying graduates for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, provided a minimum of 50% psychology is included in the course.Future Careers: Graduates can seek careers in diverse fields including health and social welfare, HR, market research, government and non-profit sectors. Some graduates choose to further their academics with postgraduate study in psychology or related disciplines.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.