Psychology and Publishing (Hons) University of Derby

Overview

In this Psychology and Publishing (Hons) course at University of Derby you will study an intellectually challenging and inspiring degree to become an effective, skilled and forward-thinking psychologist whilst exploring the creative and dynamic world of publishing. 

Combining publishing expertise with psychological theories means you will have an advantage in understanding the human mind and behaviour. You will have the opportunity to take your business and creative skills to the next level by applying your psychology knowledge to commercial-focused problems and ideas. 

With a team of enthusiastic and experienced lecturers, your learning will be underpinned by internationally renowned research activities and your modules will feature the latest thinking and contemporary materials. 

How you will learn

For Psychology modules, you will learn from lecturers and tutors who are carrying out research designed to offer fresh perspectives on issues that are significant at every stage of life. Your lecturers bring their latest thinking to your studies. And, in some cases, you’ll have opportunities to get involved in research projects yourself. Quality inspectors have commended us for being “at the forefront of technology-enhanced learning” in Psychology. 

For Publishing modules, you will learn through a mixture of lectures, seminars, tutorials, creative writing workshops, project work, technology-enhanced learning, peer reviews and presentations. We also arrange visits to literary festivals, local and national museums, cultural heritage sites and other areas of interest for 'location writing' exercises.