Course summary

Psychology studies human behaviour and the reasons for differences between individuals. This new social policy degree programme gives you the opportunity to learn more about the social and economic challenges facing Scottish society and enables you to place these in a broader international and comparative perspective. Why Psychology and Social Policy at Strathclyde? Study the science of behaviour and the reasons for differences between individuals, across the lifespan. Acquire skills in communication, numeracy and critical thinking. Single Honours graduates in Psychology are eligible for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society, the first step to becoming a Chartered Psychologist. Opportunity to undertake a summer research placement with an international researcher. Work within our purpose-built experimental research labs. Your Career Employers of recent graduates include Autism Initiative UK, Barnardos, the NHS, local councils, Quarriers and Scottish Marriage Care. Recent graduate roles include: Development Worker Dual Diagnosis Project Worker EAP Consultant English teacher Forensic Mental Health Advocate Graduate Trainee Healthcare Worker Medical Care Assistant Psychologist Assistant Research Psychologist