The Social Psychology BA (Hons) at Leeds Beckett University invites you to explore the profound interplay between individual minds and the social world, a critical area for understanding human behaviour and societal dynamics. This degree is ideal for curious students who wish to delve into how consciousness, self-perception, and social interactions are shaped by diverse cultural frameworks, including psychoanalysis, discursive psychology, and non-Western philosophies. You will gain a unique perspective on what it means to be human, questioning established norms and developing a sophisticated understanding of psychosocial development.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is structured over three years, guiding you through core concepts and advanced research methodologies. You will engage with subjects ranging from consciousness studies and psychosocial development in your first year to environmental and critical social psychology in your second, with options to specialise in areas like the psychology of persuasion or positive psychology. In your final year, you will undertake a significant dissertation, allowing you to deeply investigate a social psychology topic of your choice, preparing you for careers in research, social work, marketing, or policy development.