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BA (Hons) Psychology and Sociology at University of Derby

University of Derby, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Psychology and Sociology are fascinating academic disciplines, opening doors to a wide range of careers after graduation where you can have a real impact on society. You'll be taught by expert staff who are conducting influential studies into areas of psychology such as mental health and wellbeing, compassion and mindfulness, autism and maths anxiety. Would you like to explore how the modern world has developed, where it’s going, and ways to bring about change for the better?

Department: Joint Honours  |  Duration: Full-time: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Introduction to Social and Cognitive Psychology, Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology, Introduction to Biological and Developmental Psychology, Thinking Sociologically, Making Modern Britain, Media, Culture and Society, ​​Investigating Society: Truth, Ethics and Justice​.

Career pathways

Psychology and Sociology opens doors to many different sectors and professions - anywhere an understanding of people is valued - so your career options will be broad. Our Psychology graduates have gone on to successful roles in sectors such as:

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Application information

Entry requirements

September 2026 entry: UCAS points: 112; A Level: BBC; T Level: Merit; BTEC: DMM; GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification; Access to HE: Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6; English language requirements: IELTS: 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each skills area)

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full-time: 3 years

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