Course overview

Psychosocial Studies explores the relationship between self and society. This multidisciplinary course combines the focus on the individual found in psychology and psychoanalysis with the wider cultural and systemic concerns of sociology. It develops a rounded understanding of human behaviour with practical application to a range of substantive policy areas.

The modules are designed to provide you with a firm grounding in the fundamentals of sociology, and social, health and developmental psychology. With this foundation in place, the course allows you to broaden and deepen your knowledge and understanding of the individual, the social world, and the relationship between them.

This course addresses important questions about the human condition. It will provide you with the intellectual tools to appreciate the complexities of how we shape, and are shaped by, our social surroundings, as well as providing valuable vocational knowledge and skills. This course is taught in our modern and well-equipped classrooms.

Module guide

Assessment

Assessment is via a mix of examination, essays, class tests, individual and group presentations, book reviews, portfolio, and dissertation.

Special features

• Islamophobia Conference.
• Opportunity to do research working alongside Peterborough Environment City Trust.
• Social Science Society with guest lectures and trips.
• Opportunity to join in debates run by Anglia Ruskin Graduate Society.

Associated careers

The intellectual disciplines delivered in this course are valued by employers in a wide range of sectors, including the criminal-justice sector, health and related professions, social work, teaching and human-resource management. The ability to specialise in Years 2 and 3 gives you the opportunity to fine-tune your degree to suit a favoured career.

Entry requirements listed are for September 2013 entry. Entry requirements for other intakes may differ.

Entry Requirements

200 UCAS tariff points.
A levels required; 2 A levels in related subjects
BTEC/Access required; A BTEC National or 30 credits Merit at Access Certificate in a related subject
GCSEs required; 3 GCSEs at grade C or above in English, Maths and Science.

Please note AS levels are acceptable only when combined with other qualifications.

Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.

We welcome applications from International and EU students. Please select one of the links below for English language and country-specific entry requirement information.

• International students
• EU students
• English language requirements