MSc Economics

The BSc Education and Psychology course at the University of Southampton explores the study of human behaviour and the mind with a focus on education within diverse social, cultural and economic contexts. This interdisciplinary programme combines modules from the School of Education and Psychology, enabling students to develop knowledge and skills in two prominent social sciences that have a profound influence on human behaviour. Course Content: The programme covers key areas of psychology, including biological, cognitive, developmental, social and clinical psychology, as well as research methodology. It also covers childhood studies, international and comparative education, special needs education and more. Key Modules: Core modules include ‘Introduction to Psychology’, ‘Biological and Cognitive Psychology’, ‘Perspectives on Education’, ‘Comparative and International Education’, and ‘Psychology and Education’. Students also have the option to choose from a range of optional modules based on their interests and career goals. Accreditations: The course is approved by the British Psychological Society, meaning students can gain Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership if they achieve at least a lower second class honours degree, providing the first step towards becoming a chartered psychologist.Future Careers: Graduates from this course are ready for a career in numerous fields, including teaching, educational policy and administration, research, youth work, health, social services, human resources and counselling. This degree can also be the basis for further study in psychology or education.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.