Psychology and Mathematics Dublin City University

Overview

Key features

Develop numeracy, analytic and problem-solving skills to further the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour.

DCU is uniquely positioned to offer this course, building on core strengths in both disciplines. ‘Psychology’ is concerned with all aspects of behaviour, including the thoughts, feelings and motivations underlying such behaviour.

While psychologists differ in their interests within the field of psychology and in the type of work that they do, they all approach the study of psychology in a scientific way. ‘Mathematics’ is key to understanding the modern world and mathematical training develops both specific numeracy skills and broad analytical expertise, which are valued in many professions.

The Psychology and Mathematics programme of the  Dublin City University  provides the opportunity to gain an indepth knowledge and understanding of each discipline alongside a broad critical perspective on key areas of contemporary society. It is designed to develop a diverse set of transferable skills including an understanding of human behaviour, critical thinking, problem-solving, research methods, communication, and the ability to disseminate findings to varied audiences; skills increasingly demanded by national and international employers.

This course is for you if you have an interest in human behaviour and an aptitude for high-level mathematics and scientific inquiry. You should possess very good verbal, written and interpersonal skills, be flexible, hard-working, creative, with an enquiring mind and the ability to think critically.

Careers

The BSc in Psychology and Mathematics course has been developed in line with pre-professional Psychological Society of Ireland accreditation principles and is currently pending confirmation of PSI accreditation.

Graduates of this course will be well placed to undertake further studies and research in Psychology and Mathematics. The course also provides a pathway to a postgraduate qualification in teaching.

Future careers include:

• Market/Sales Analyst

• Financial Analyst

• Information Technology

• Human Resource Officer

• Business Consultancy

• Research

• Statistical Analysis