University of Brighton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Psychology and Sociology help you understand the way people think, behave, and interact within society. These subjects open up a world of insights, from the workings of the human mind to the impact of social structures, allowing you to explore real-world issues that affect us all. Our Psychology and Sociology BA(Hons) is taught by research-active lecturers and benefit from state-of-the-art facilities. Our Psychology and Sociology degree also offers the opportunity for placements and inspiring guest speakers. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), this course offers a pathway to becoming a Chartered Psychologist. Top reasons to choose this course
- Our course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), the UK’s independent regulator of the psychology profession.
- We follow the BPS curriculum, this means the content of your course prepares you for entry to the profession and for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the BPS.
- Varied study methods – modules generally involve weekly lectures followed by seminars or practical sessions. These run alongside structured learning activities and independent study.
- Study all the major branches of psychology: developmental, cognitive, social and biological.
- Experienced and enthusiastic lecturers create an environment in which curious and critical future psychologists can develop and flourish.
- Our Psychology Research Laboratories are fully equipped to support a wide range of experimental and qualitative research, enhancing your learning experience.
- The option to take a community placement, putting theory into practice, gaining experience and making key contacts in the sector.
- Volunteering opportunities outside your course – broaden experience and links with sector.
- Visiting lecturers share their experiences of working in industry.
Modules
Year 1 Developmental Psychology Psychology and Society Psychological Investigations – Foundations Psychology Investigations – Practical Applications Sociological Imaginations Foundations of Sociology Year 2 Theorising the Social World Psychological Investigation: Becoming an Independent Researcher Brain, Body and Cognition Sociology of the Life Course Social Psychology and Individual Differences Options* Psychology, Mental Health and Distress Forensic Security Community Engagement: Theory into Practice Final Year Community Wellbeing and Social Justice Dissertation OR Psychology Dissertation Options* Society and Outer Space Class and Power Race and Ethnicity Sociology of Globalisation Sociology Topic 1 Cyberpsychology Ecopsychology and Ecotherapy Critical Addiction Studies Sexualities Utopian Theory and Practice Human Rights Education and Society Psychology of Poverty Race and Immigration Sociology of Parenting Class and Conflict in Contemporary Britain Power in the Psy Disciplines Sociology and the Climate Emergency Sociology Topic 2 *Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- CL83
- Institution code:
- B72
- Campus name:
- Brighton
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level - BBB - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5. in each element, or equivalent English Language qualification. |
Review our English Language requirements
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17250 | Year 1 |
| International | £17250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
The fees listed in the table above are for full-time UK undergraduate students in academic year 2025-26. You will pay further fees in each year of your course. Fees may increase each year. UK undergraduate and certain postgraduate fees are regulated by the UK government. The annual fee increase will not exceed the UK government's maximum regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year. Many of our courses include the option of a salaried placement year. Tuition fees for a placement year are charged at a lower rate of £1850. The international tuition fees listed above are for full-time courses during the academic year 2025-26. Further tuition fees are payable in each year of study. Non-regulated tuition fees, which usually apply to international students and UK postgraduate students* are subject to an annual increase of a maximum of 5% or the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), whichever is higher.
*Some designated postgraduate courses are regulated by the UK government – the annual fee increase for eligible UK / Home students on these designated courses will not exceed the UK government’s regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year.
Provider information
University of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT