BA (Honours) Marketing with Psychology

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Sheffield Hallam University

Program Overview

This interdisciplinary program combines marketing knowledge with psychology to explore consumer behavior and decision-making. It is designed for students interested in understanding how psychological principles influence marketing strategies and consumer responses.

Year 1
The first year introduces marketing principles, consumer behavior, and core psychology concepts. Students gain foundational knowledge of both disciplines.

Year 2
In the second year, modules explore psychological approaches to consumer decision-making, brand perception, and research methods. Students apply psychological theories to marketing contexts.

Year 3
The final year focuses on advanced consumer psychology, strategic marketing, and applied research. Students complete a dissertation or applied project linking marketing and psychology.

Focus Areas
The program integrates consumer behavior, psychological research methods, branding, and digital marketing.

Learning Outcomes
Graduates will be able to apply psychological theories to marketing, analyze consumer behavior, and design effective campaigns informed by human psychology.

Reputation

  • Combines psychology and marketing in a unique program offering.
  • CIM accredited, ensuring professional recognition.
  • Strong graduate employability in marketing and consumer insight roles.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Blends marketing knowledge with psychological insights to understand consumer behavior and decision-making.

Experiential Learning Highlights:

  • Applied Research Projects: Work on projects combining market research with psychological principles.
  • Optional Placement Year: Opportunity for practical experience in marketing or research-focused roles.
  • Industry Collaboration: Guest lectures from marketing psychologists and consumer insights specialists.
  • Real-World Case Studies: Application of psychological theory to marketing campaigns and branding strategies.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates combine marketing expertise with consumer psychology, leading to careers in Consumer Insight, Behavioural Marketing, UX Research, and Brand Strategy.

  • University services to support your employment
    Support includes placement years, research projects, and employability mentoring.

  • Employment stats & salary figures
    Graduate salaries average £22,000–£30,000 depending on sector.

  • University–industry partnerships
    Strong ties with consumer research agencies, retail firms, and digital organisations.

  • Long-term accreditation value
    Provides CIM accreditation and prepares for careers blending marketing practice with applied psychology.

  • Graduation outcomes
    Many graduates enter consumer behaviour research, brand development, or UX marketing roles.

Further academic progression
Options include MSc Consumer Psychology, MSc Marketing, or postgraduate research in behavioural sciences.

Program Key Stats

£18,000 (Annual cost)
£ 29
Sept Intake : 14th Jan


86 %

Eligibility Criteria

BBC - BBB
3.0
28 - 30
65 - 70

N/A
N/A
6.0
79

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Consumer Behaviour Analyst – studies psychological drivers of buying behaviour
  • Market Researcher – applies psychology to market insights
  • Brand Strategist – develops brand positioning based on consumer psychology
  • Advertising Strategist – applies psychology to campaign effectiveness
  • User Experience (UX) Researcher – evaluates digital consumer interactions
  • Public Relations Officer – manages image and influence
  • Sales and Negotiation Specialist – applies psychology to persuasion
  • Customer Insights Manager – interprets psychological and behavioural data
  • Marketing Consultant – integrates psychology into campaigns
  • Behavioural Economics Specialist – advises on consumer decision-making

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