Overview
Psychology is the science of mind and behaviour and considers both individuals and groups. A range of normal and abnormal human behaviours is explored. Sociology involves scientific study of human social life, groups and societies. Both subjects allow students to question what is regarded as natural, inevitable, good or true and identify the importance of social forces for understanding our individual lives and their social contexts.
Students develop a questioning and critical approach to the understanding of social life, and skills in analysing theories and evidence and applying research methods.
Content and Modules
UCS Bury St Edmunds
First year modules:
Psychology - Foundations of Biological-Cognitive Psychology, Foundations of Social-Developmental Psychology, Social Science Research Skills.
Sociology - Sociology and the Modern World, Understanding Social Change, Social Inequalities, Social Science Research Skills.
Second year modules:
Psychology - Biological and Cognitive Psychology, Social and Developmental Psychology, Quantitative Data in Social Science, Qualitative Data in Social Science (Compulsory for Psychology Major students and joint honours students intending to do a Psychology dissertation)
Sociology - Sociology of Health and Illness, Globalisation, Exploring Family Lives, Understanding Deviance, Quantitative Data for Social Scientists, Social Theory, Qualitative Data in Social Science (Compulsory for Sociology Major students and joint honours students intending to do a Sociology Dissertation)
Third year modules:
Psychology - Abnormal Psychology, Emotions, Personality and Intelligence, Lifespan Developmental Psychology.
Sociology - Gender, Sexuality and Culture, Changing Education, Media, Culture and Society,
Undergraduate Dissertation - 40 credits.
UCS Ipswich
First year modules
Second year modules
With a choice of 1 module from:
Third year modules
With a choice of 1 or 2 modules from:
Further Information
All modules are assessed using a range of methods including structured essays, reports, case studies, critiques, reviews and formal examinations.
Employers value the qualities and skills of psychology and sociology graduates. Typical employers include local and central government, industry, commerce, the NHS, and charitable, counselling and voluntary organisations.