Psychology with Business and Management BSc (Hons)

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Sussex

Program Overview

Psychology with Business and Management BSc (Hons) at the University of Sussex blends scientific understanding of human behaviour with practical business knowledge, preparing you for careers that involve people, strategy, and decision-making. You’ll study core areas of psychology while developing management, entrepreneurship and analytical skills that can be applied across a wide range of industries.

Curriculum structure:

Year 1
In your first year, you build a strong foundation in psychology while being introduced to key business concepts. You study core modules such as Psychology as a Science, Individuals and Groups, and Cognition in Clinical Contexts, alongside developing research skills through Analysing Data. Business understanding begins with topics such as Sustainable Business Management and introductory management-focused learning, while Psychobiology and Psychology of Childhood develop your understanding of behaviour across biological and developmental contexts.

Year 2
The second year deepens your knowledge of core psychological disciplines and strengthens your research capability. You explore areas such as Cognitive Psychology, Social Psychology, and Developmental Psychology, supported by methodological training in Quantitative and Qualitative Methods and Discovering Statistics. Alongside this, business-focused modules including Foundations of Entrepreneurship and Operations Management introduce innovation, organisational processes, and strategic thinking.

Year 3
In your final year, you specialise and apply your learning through independent research and advanced optional modules. You complete a Research Dissertation while studying topics such as Strategy and Ethics and Organisations: Responsibility and Justice to understand leadership and responsible decision-making. Optional psychology modules such as Forensic Psychology, Health Psychology, or Cognitive Neuroscience allow you to tailor the degree to your career interests.

Focus areas (in a string):
Cognitive psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, organisational behaviour, business strategy, entrepreneurship, research methods, data analysis, leadership and ethics, applied psychology in business contexts

Learning outcomes (in a string):
Apply psychological theory to organisational settings, analyse behaviour in business environments, design and conduct independent research, interpret quantitative and qualitative data, evaluate business decisions using behavioural insight, develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, communicate psychological findings effectively, integrate management and psychology knowledge

Professional alignment (accreditation):
The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society and provides eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, supporting progression into professional psychology and related careers.

Reputation (employability rankings):
Psychology at Sussex is ranked within the UK top 10 by Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026 and within the UK top 20 by QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, reflecting strong teaching, research quality, and graduate employability.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

You’ll develop practical skills by working with real psychological data, designing studies, and applying behavioural insights to business and management scenarios. Teaching is research-led and supported by specialist laboratories, advanced data analysis training, and opportunities to complete independent projects. You can also broaden your experience through placements, collaborative coursework, and optional study abroad opportunities, helping you connect theory with real-world practice. This hands-on learning is supported through dedicated facilities and applied experiences such as:

Access to specialist psychology laboratories for behavioural research, including facilities for cognitive, developmental and social psychology studies
Psychophysiology labs where students measure attention, emotion and decision-making using research equipment
Training in statistical analysis and research methods using professional data analysis software taught within methods modules
Final-year independent research dissertation based on original data collection and supervised academic research
Group-based coursework within psychology and business modules, including strategy, entrepreneurship and organisational behaviour projects
Optional placement year to gain professional experience in psychology, business, or organisational settings
Study abroad opportunities to experience psychology and management learning in an international context
Access to the School of Psychology research environment, one of the largest psychology research communities in the UK
Use of the University of Sussex Library for psychology journals, business databases, and research resources
Careers and employability support including internship guidance, employer sessions, and skills workshops tailored to psychology and business students.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of Psychology with Business and Management BSc (Hons) at the University of Sussex leave with a strong mix of behavioural insight and business understanding, making them attractive to employers across corporate and people-focused sectors. The degree prepares you for roles such as human resources officer, marketing analyst, organisational consultant, and business development executive. With career-focused support and practical experience opportunities, you’ll graduate with skills that translate directly into professional environments:

Dedicated Careers and Entrepreneurship team offering Career Lab programmes, employer networking events, internships, and consultancy-style projects
One-to-one appointments with careers consultants for CV feedback, interview preparation, and career planning
StartUp Sussex and entrepreneurship support to help students launch business ideas and develop real-world ventures
Optional placement opportunities to gain professional experience in psychology, business, or organisational settings
Access to employer events, skills workshops, and recruitment fairs throughout the degree
Opportunities to build transferable skills in data analysis, research, communication, teamwork, and leadership valued by employers
Graduates progress into roles across HR, marketing, management, research, consultancy, and business operations
British Psychological Society accreditation adds long-term value for careers in professional psychology and related fields

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this degree, you can progress to postgraduate study in areas such as organisational psychology, human resource management, marketing, management, or business analytics. The course also provides a strong foundation for specialist psychology training, including pathways toward occupational, counselling, or research psychology, as well as master’s and PhD study.