Psychology and Sociology
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Key Facts
LC38-
UCAS Tariff
120 - 96
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Course duration
3 years
Further details on entry requirements
Apply NowThe BSc Psychology and Sociology degree at Aberystwyth University will give you the opportunity to engage with psychological theory and research and explore how psychology is applied to real-world personal and social issues. The BSc Psychology and Sociology will also enable you to explore both personal and social nature of human experience from different perspectives.
Course Overview
Modules September start - 2023
Please note: The modules listed below are those currently intended for delivery during the next academic year and may be subject to change. They are included here to give an indication of how the course is structured.
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Brain, Behaviour and Cognition | PS11220 | 20 |
Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology | PS11320 | 20 |
Introduction to core topics in Social and Individual Behaviour | PS11420 | 20 |
Key Concepts in Sociology | GS16120 | 20 |
Place and Identity | GS14220 | 20 |
Understanding Sameness and Difference | GS15120 | 20 |
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Cognitive Psychology | PS21820 | 20 |
Qualitative Research Methods | PS21410 | 10 |
Quantitative Research Methods | PS21310 | 10 |
Social Psychology | PS20220 | 20 |
Introduction to Social Theory | GS25020 | 20 |
Understanding (in)equality and (in)justice | GS24220 | 20 |
Options
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Geographical Perspectives on the Sustainable Society | GS28910 | 10 |
Placing Culture | GS22920 | 20 |
Placing Politics | GS23020 | 20 |
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Everyday Social Worlds | GS33320 | 20 |
Behavioural Neuroscience | PS32120 | 20 |
Developmental Psychology | PS34320 | 20 |
Psychology Research Project for Joint Honours | PS34120 | 20 |
Options
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Contemporary Global Migration | GS39120 | 20 |
Memory Cultures: heritage, identity and power | GS37920 | 20 |
Urban Risk and Environmental Resilience | GS37520 | 20 |
* Also available partially or entirely through the medium of Welsh
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Typical Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff 120 - 96
A Levels BBB-CCC
GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4):
English or Welsh and Mathematics
BTEC National Diploma:
DDM-MMM
International Baccalaureate:
30-26
European Baccalaureate:
75%-65% overall
English Language Requirements:
See our Undergraduate English Language Requirements for this course. Pre-sessional English Programmes are also available for students who do not meet our English Language Requirements.
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
International students whose qualification is not listed on this page, can check our Country Specific Entry Requirements for further information.
The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma or T-level qualifications, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas or T-levels as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.
Our inclusive admissions policy values breadth as well as depth of study. Applicants are selected on their own individual merits and offers can vary. If you would like to check the eligibility of your qualifications before submitting an application, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for advice and guidance.