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BA Joint (Hons) Psychology & Mathematics

University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Our primary focus in psychology is the study of human behaviour.

Studying with us, you'll look at behaviour conditions – how we learn, remember, coordinate our actions and interact with others – and the reasons for individual differences, such as personality or intelligence.

Due to the popularity of the course and performance criteria for entry into Honours (Year 4), the numbers admitted to Years 2 and 3 of the courses are limited.

Mathematics is everywhere: weather forecasting, cash machines, secure websites, electronic games, liquid crystal displays and statistical data analysis. Our course shows how mathematics is applied to solve practical problems, meaning you’ll learn the skills employers need.

We're ranked top 10 in the UK for Mathematics by The Complete University Guide 2022.

Our BA degrees in Humanities & Social Sciences are initially broad-based. In Year 1, you'll study three subjects, including your chosen topic (s).

General Eligibility

A Levels

Year 1 entry: ABB-BBB
Year 2 entry: AAA-ABB

(GCSE English Language 6/B or Literature 6/B, GCSE Maths 4/C)

International Baccalaureate

Year 1 entry: 32-30
Year 2 entry:  36-32

HNC

Year 1 entry

Social Sciences: A in Graded Unit; Maths National 5 B, or equivalent

HND

Social Sciences:

AAB in Graded Units may enable second-year entry to Psychology with History or Politics & International Relations with six HNC/HND credits in each subject.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Psychology

  • Psychology 1a

  • Psychology 1b

Mathematics

  • Introduction to Calculus

  • Applications of Calculus

  • Geometry & Algebra with Applications

  • Statistics & Data Protection

  • Applications of Mathematics

2 Year 2

Psychology

  • Cognition & Neuropsychology

  • Social & Health Psychology

  • Introduction to Research Design & Analysis

Mathematics

  • Linear Algebra & Differential Equations

  • Advanced Calculus

  • Applicable Analysis

  • Probability & Statistical Inference

  • Introduction to Newtonian Mechanics

  • Mathematical & Statistical Computing

3 Year 3

Psychology

  • Research Methods in Psychology

  • Individual Differences

  • Cognition

  • Development

  • Psychobiology

  • Social Psychology

Mathematics

Compulsory classes

  • Complex Variables & Integral Transforms

  • Linear Algebra

  • Differential Equations

Elective classes

  • Applicable Analysis

  • Mechanics of Rigid Bodies & Fluids

  • Inference & Regression Modelling

  • Numerical Analysis

  • Stochastics & Financial Econometrics

4 Year 4

Psychology

  • Dissertation in Psychology

Semester 1 & 2 classes

  • Advanced Organisational Behaviour

  • Psychology Work Placement

Elective

  • Cross-cultural Psychology

  • Psychology of Mental Health

  • Critical Thinking and Common-sense Reasoning

  • Belief and Anomalistic Experience

  • Critical Review

  • Introduction to Sleep Health

  • The Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience of Face Recognition

  • Psychology and Ageing

  • Psychological Assessment

  • Psychology of Physical Activity

  • Evolutionary Approaches to Human Mate Preferences

  • Considering Sleep Through the Behavioural Lens

  • Neuropsychology of Ageing and Dementia

  • Theory and practice of learning and cognition

Study abroad

  • International Work Placement

Mathematics

Compulsory classes

  • Communicating Mathematics & Statistics

Elective classes

  • Modelling & Simulation with Applications to Financial Derivatives

  • Applicable Analysis 3

  • Statistical Modelling & Analysis

  • Fluids & Waves

  • Finite Element Methods for Boundary Value Problems & Approximation

  • Applied Statistics in Society

  • Mathematical Biology & Marine Population Modelling

  • Mathematical Introduction to Networks

  • Elasticity & Complex Materials

  • Optimisation: Theory & Practice

  • Statistical Mechanics

  • Dynamical Models in Epidemiology

Language Requirement

IELTS 6.5 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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