Psychology and Business (Hons) University of Roehampton

Overview

You will take a scientific approach to psychology, exploring how biological, cognitive, and neural processes interact with social and environmental factors, while gaining a deep understanding of how businesses operate in the real world.

You will build a strong foundation in core areas of psychology alongside key business concepts, learning how to apply your knowledge to real industry challenges. Through case-based learning and live projects, you will see how business can improve lives, strengthen communities, and create meaningful impact. By combining theory with practice, you will develop both professional expertise and transferable skills valued across a wide range of careers.

Throughout the Psychology and Business (Hons) at University of Roehampton, you will:

• Apply psychological principles to real business contexts and challenges
• Explore behaviour from biological, cognitive, developmental, and social perspectives
• Gain experience through live projects, work experience, and industry engagement
• Develop research, analytical, communication, and decision-making skills

• Build entrepreneurial thinking and explore new venture creation

Careers

As a graduate in Psychology and Business, you could pursue a wide range of career paths, including:

• Scientific research and teaching in psychology, in both academic and laboratory settings
• Further study to become a psychologist in areas such as clinical, counselling, forensic, health, sport and exercise, occupational, or educational psychology
• Roles in data science, health science, and health services
• Science communication, public engagement, museum work, and scientific publishing
• Careers in the civil service, criminal justice system, education, law enforcement, and offender or victim support services
• Opportunities within the charitable and voluntary sector
• Business-focused careers in areas such as accounting and finance, international business, retail, marketing, and human resources

This degree equips you with the analytical thinking, commercial awareness, and understanding of human behaviour needed to succeed across a wide range of industries and make a meaningful impact in both professional and societal contexts.