Social Psychology

Leeds Beckett University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years PsychologyCounselling, psychotherapy, and occupational therapy

UCAS Points

112 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£20,000

About this course

Explore the intersection of psychology and society. You'll discover the complexities of human behaviour in a cross-cultural, globally orientated degree.

What is social psychology? Put simply, it covers the psychology behind social interactions and how society influences things like your personality, actions and group behaviour.

On this degree, you'll discover the multifaceted dimensions of psychology, from social and cultural to political, ecological, and spiritual. You'll explore diverse topics such as human consciousness, AI, psychoanalysis, positive psychology, persuasion, parapsychology, musicology, mindfulness, and spirituality.

As part of this course you'll:

  • Develop an understanding of the relationship between psychology and society

  • Explore interdisciplinary perspectives to understand consciousness, the mind, and the self

  • Gain insight into how the environment, spirituality, language, and relationships shape our identities

  • Conduct your own psychological research

  • Build your skills through hands-on experience, for a successful career in psychology, psychotherapy, counselling, teaching, mental health support, social work and more

    Find out more...

    Learn from experts The modules you'll study on this course reflect our lecturers' active research interests, providing a rich teaching experience beyond textbooks. Our specialist team includes chartered psychologists, psychotherapists, mindfulness-based practitioners, parapsychologists, and sociologists.

    Our staff are active researchers and published authors, regularly contributing to radio and newspapers, with many also being members of the British Psychological Society.

    Building your future potential As a student in the School of Humanities & Social Sciences, you'll be encouraged to think about your future career right from the start of your learning journey. Information and advice about relevant future career options will be built into the first year of your degree. During your second and third years of study, you'll be able to choose modules with live brief learning challenges (real life projects designed by employers) and work placement opportunities.

    Why study the BA Social Psychology course at Leeds Beckett University...

  • Diverse topics - you'll integrate the social, cultural, political, ecological, and spiritual dimensions of psychology

  • Interdisciplinary approach - combining humanities with rare, exciting fields like mindfulness and psychoanalytic/psychotherapeutic frameworks

  • Practical experience - you'll gain hands-on experience through placements and volunteering with our innovative work-based learning module

  • Expert teaching staff - learn from lecturers actively engaged in research and practice

  • Global opportunities - enhance your learning with study abroad opportunities, including in the United States

    • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 112 points

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 6 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Leeds

    Avg. Salary: £20,000

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Leeds

    Avg. Salary: £20,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1172 Social services managers and directors
    3219 Health associate professionals
    2462 Probation officers
    2229 Therapy professionals
    3214 Complementary health associate professionals
    1231 Health care practice managers

    Related Courses

    Counselling and Mental Health

    Leeds Beckett University

    BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years UG Leeds

    UCAS Points

    120 points

    Avg. Salary

    £27,500

    Creative Writing

    Leeds Beckett University

    BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years UG Leeds

    UCAS Points

    104 points

    Criminology

    Leeds Beckett University

    BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years UG Leeds

    UCAS Points

    112 points

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Leeds
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Psychology, Counselling, psychotherapy, and occupational therapy
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £20,000

    Offered by

    Leeds Beckett University

    Leeds

     View university profile
    Visit university website