Business Psychology

Keele University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Psychology

A-Level Entry

BBB

UCAS Points

120 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£22,000

About this course

Uncover the mysteries of human behaviour in a business context. From inspiring leadership, to motivating employees and encouraging team building, our Business Psychology BSc investigates the psychological factors that drive business success. This BPS-accredited programme equips you to understand the influence of mental and physical health amongst individuals within organisations, enabling you to apply this to a range of careers in business and beyond.

Why choose this course?

  • Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)

  • Develop strong research skills applicable to a wide variety of careers

  • Learn from experienced academic staff who are leaders in business psychology research and practice

  • Enhance your career prospects by gaining hands-on work experience with placement opportunities

  • A chance to broaden your horizons and study abroad at a partner university

    Develop an understanding of people, their behaviour and wellbeing and how this influences performance in the workplace. Whether you're curious about marketing strategies, organisational development or human resources, our BPS-accredited programme* explores the exciting role of psychology within business contexts. From leadership, team building and motivation, all are important aspects for business to maintain and encourage productivity and further development. You'll learn and critically evaluate the factors that play a key role in fulfilling an efficient and positive environment.

    Discover the psychological influences shaping behaviour including biological functions, cognition, individual differences and social development. You will explore the role of scientific evidence in psychological practice, having the opportunity to engage with both qualitative and quantitative research.

    *subject to passing your final year project and achieving a minimum 2:2 degree award

    About Keele Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.

    We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.

    Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BBB
    UCAS Tariff Points 120 points
    BTEC DDM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 3 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Keele

    Avg. Salary: £22,000

    Sandwich including industrial placement

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Keele

    Avg. Salary: £22,000

    Sandwich with time abroad

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Keele

    Avg. Salary: £22,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1136 Human resource managers and directors
    2229 Therapy professionals
    3571 Human resources and industrial relations officers
    2224 Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists
    3572 Careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists
    3573 Information technology trainers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Keele
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Psychology
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £22,000