Psychology with Sociology (Hons) Nottingham Trent University

Overview

The Psychology with Sociology (Hons) degree from Nottingham Trent University covers all the core areas of Psychology stipulated by the BPS curriculum. This accounts for two-thirds of the course and includes the workings of the brain; the processes and mechanisms of human thinking, feeling and behaviour; and how psychologists, psychological research and therapy can make a tangible and positive difference to people’s lives and society.

The remaining third of the curriculum considers the social structures of society and sociological perspectives on issues such as crime, gender and poverty.

Careers and employability

Our Psychology with Sociology course is designed so that you can develop all the knowledge and skills that you'll need for your future career.

The course will develop your transferable skills, including:

• numerical skills (including statistical analysis)

• analytical skills and critical thinking

• communication skills

• presentation skills

• problem-solving skills.

Highly sought after by employers, these skills will put you in a strong position within the graduate market.

The job titles below give an indication of the careers our recent Psychology and Sociology graduates are following:

• Clinical Support Worker for Mental Health Unit

• Mental Health Assistant

• Research Officer

• Independent Mental Health Advocate

• Honorary Assistant Psychologist

• Researcher

• Activity Coordinator

• Apprentice Nursery Practitioner

• Care Worker

• Support Worker

• Helpline Operator

• HR Administrator

• Account Manager

• Data Entry Administrator

Accreditation

The BSc (Hons) Psychology with Sociology is a BPS accredited degree and will allow you to receive the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the BPS as long as you graduate with at least a 2.2 honours degree.