Psychology with Sociology BSc (Hons)

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Keele University

Program Overview

Psychology with Sociology at Keele University is a course that helps you understand both individual human behaviour and the wider society that shapes it. It is ideal for students who are interested in people, relationships, culture, and social issues, and who want to explore how psychological processes connect with real-world social structures and challenges.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

In your first year, you are introduced to the core foundations of both psychology and sociology. Modules such as First Steps in Becoming a Psychology Researcher, Understanding People, and Society, People and Place: Global Issues and Local Realities help you explore how individuals think and behave, while also examining society, culture, and inequality. This year gives you a strong base in research methods and helps you understand how both disciplines study human life from different but connected perspectives.

Year 2

In your second year, you begin to explore more complex ideas in both subjects. Through modules like Next Steps in Becoming a Psychology Researcher and Understanding People in Depth, you develop stronger research and analytical skills. Sociology content such as Redefining Social Theory: Digital and Global Perspectives helps you understand modern issues like digital culture, globalisation, and social inequality, while psychology modules deepen your understanding of mental health, behaviour, and social interaction.

Year 3

In your final year, you take a more independent and specialised approach to your studies. The Psychology Dissertation allows you to carry out your own original research, while modules such as Grand Challenges in Psychology and Social Futures explore major contemporary issues like social justice, behaviour change, and global challenges. Optional modules also allow you to tailor your degree based on your interests and career goals, combining both psychological and sociological perspectives.

Focus Areas

Human behaviour, social psychology, sociology of society and culture, mental health, identity, inequality and social justice, research methods, digital society, group behaviour, development, communication, data analysis, applied psychology and sociology

Learning Outcomes

You will develop strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills, along with the ability to understand human behaviour from both psychological and sociological perspectives. The course also helps you build communication skills, ethical awareness, and the ability to apply social science knowledge to real-world issues.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

This degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society, which is an important foundation if you want to progress into professional psychology training or become a Chartered Psychologist in the future.

Reputation (Employability & Recognition)

Keele University is well regarded for its teaching and research in social sciences. This degree equips you with highly transferable skills that are valued across many sectors, including healthcare, education, social services, public policy, research, and business, giving you strong opportunities for both employment and further study.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Keele University, Psychology with Sociology students build practical skills from the very beginning by working directly with real research methods and applied social science approaches. The course is designed so you don’t just learn theories in lectures—you actively apply them through experiments, social research, group work, and independent investigation. You will gain experience in understanding both individual behaviour and wider social patterns using psychological tools, sociological methods, and digital research techniques supported by specialist facilities and academic guidance.

As you progress, you will regularly work with real datasets, conduct your own studies, and explore real-world social issues through both psychology and sociology perspectives. This includes developing your own research projects, collaborating with peers, and using professional tools used in behavioural and social research:

Psychology laboratories for studying behaviour, cognition, perception, and decision-making in controlled environments
Access to specialist equipment such as eye-tracking systems, EEG technology, and virtual reality tools for behavioural research
Video observation facilities for analysing behaviour in experimental and natural settings
Dedicated spaces for qualitative research including interviews, focus groups, and social interaction studies
Training in statistical and research software used for analysing psychological and sociological data
Opportunities to design and conduct your own experiments, surveys, and social research projects
Independent final-year dissertation combining psychology and sociology research skills
Group projects focused on real-world social issues, behaviour, identity, and inequality
Access to extensive academic library resources and digital databases for social science research
Opportunities for applied learning through community-focused or real-world research engagement
Exposure to research-led teaching linked to active psychology and sociology research teams
Development of skills in studying digital behaviour, online identity, and modern social change

This approach ensures you graduate with strong academic knowledge and practical experience, preparing you for both employment and further study in psychology, sociology, and related fields.

Progression & Future Opportunities

A Psychology with Sociology degree at Keele University prepares you for careers that involve understanding people, behaviour, and society in real-world contexts. Graduates commonly progress into roles such as assistant psychologist, social researcher, youth worker, human resources officer, community support worker, marketing executive, and data or policy analyst. The combination of psychology and sociology gives you a strong advantage in roles that require insight into human behaviour, communication, and social systems.

With strong employability support built into the degree:

Keele’s Careers and Employability Service offers tailored support including CV development, interview preparation, career coaching, and access to graduate job opportunities
Students can attend employer networking events, career fairs, and benefit from alumni mentoring to build professional connections
The course develops highly transferable skills such as research, data analysis, communication, teamwork, and critical thinking, which are valued across many sectors
Optional placement opportunities and applied learning experiences help students gain real workplace experience before graduation
Graduates move into sectors such as healthcare, education, social services, government, policing, HR, marketing, charity work, and research
Accreditation from the British Psychological Society provides a recognised pathway into professional psychology training and further specialist study
Independent dissertation work and applied research projects help build confidence and readiness for employment or postgraduate study
The programme’s strong social sciences focus supports long-term career adaptability across multiple industries

Further Academic Progression:

After completing this degree, students often continue their studies in areas such as clinical psychology, counselling psychology, forensic psychology, health psychology, sociology, social research, or public policy. Some also progress to master’s degrees or research-based qualifications such as MPhil or PhD if they are aiming for academic, teaching, or advanced research careers.