Psychosocial Studies BA (Hons)

Course Overview

The course combines the study of individuals, using psychology and psychoanalysis, with the wider cultural and systemic studies of sociology. Youll gain a rounded understanding of human behaviors, nature, and relationships, as well as the ability to apply the theory practically to a variety of questions and fields. In the earlier modules, youll learn the fundamentals of sociology and social, health, and developmental psychology. Then, with this in place, youll be able to progress to more specialist modules, examining key aspects of the individual and social world. Central to this is exploring how we shape and are shaped by, our social surroundings €“ and what this means in the many specialist fields you could choose to study (see €˜special features below). In year three youll be able to research your own preferred subject area for your final year major project.

General Eligibility

72 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent level 3 qualification, eg Extended Diploma (MMP) or Access course (30 levels 3 credits at Merit grade are required for Access progression) GCSE English at grade 4 (C) or above, or equivalent.

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognized by Anglia Ruskin University.