Psychology With Sociology BA (Hons)



Examine, investigate and understand human life and experiences on this degree course, accredited by the British Psychological Society

Overview

We are a top 5 UK modern university for Sociology in the Complete University Guide 2025. 

Our course allows you to combine the study of psychology with sociology. Examine, investigate and understand human life and experiences while developing a detailed understanding of the social world, the complexities of human relationships and social forces.

The course is made up of around 75% psychology and 25% sociology.

This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society and provides eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartership, the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.

In second year, students do have the option of undertaking 'Volunteering and Employability'. This can include an element of work placement..

We have a 87% student satisfaction rate for our Sociology courses and 100% for our Psychology courses (National Student Survey, 2024).

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Mode of Study:

Full-time

Duration:

4 years

Start date:

Sep

UCAS code:

CL84

Placement:

Yes

Study Abroad:

Yes

Course details

You'll develop a detailed understanding of the social world, the relationships that operate within it at both an individual and a group level, and the social forces that act on us all: knowledge that can be particularly useful to employers across all sectors.

You'll develop a range of practical, intellectual, research and transferable skills including psychological and social research methods, group working, communication, critical thinking and problem solving. You'll also gain the skills to source, use and interpret information, design experiments and use related software.

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    How you’ll be taught

    You'll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions and through independent study.
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    Assessments

    You will be assessed in a wide variety of ways including examinations, essays, reports, oral presentations, learning logs and reaction pieces.
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    Work placement

    In second year, students do have the option of undertaking 'Volunteering and Employability'. This can include an element of work placement.

    Placement and Study Abroad opportunities are subject to UK and Scottish Government health and travel advice.
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    Facilities

    Students can do an optional Trimester abroad in Year 2. (Trimester 2)

Popular modules

Year 1

  • Psychology
  • Social Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Understanding Social Change
  • Research Methods
  • Individual Differences

Year 2

  • Research Methods
  • Psychology of Child Development
  • Biological Foundations of Behaviour
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Sociological Theory
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Year 3

  • Social Psychology
  • Individual Differences
  • Brain & Cognition
  • Research Methods
  • Sociology of Organisations or Sociology of Medicine, Health and Illness
  • Environment, Politics & Society or Sexuality & Gender

Year 4

  • Honours Project in Psychology
  • Psychology of Lifespan Development
  • Forensic Psychology, Organisational Psychology or Counselling Psychology
  • Social Identities or Sociology of Media & Culture
  • Science, Technology & Society, Surveillance & Society or Music Psychology
  • Social Psychology of Immigration

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Disclaimer

Study modules mentioned above are indicative only. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study.

Full information is available in our disclaimer.

Entry requirements

What are the entry requirements for Psychology with Sociology?

Our entry requirements indicate both Standard and Minimum qualifications with which we normally accept students. Competition for places varies from year to year and you aren't guaranteed a place if you meet the minimum qualifications.

Advanced entry into Year 2 is possible for students with suitable qualifications.

Can you go straight into second year of university?

Advanced entry into Year 2 of this course is possible for students with suitable qualifications. See the individual year tabs for more information.

Can I make an appointment with an advisor to discuss further about the admission process?

If you want to get more information on the admission process, please get in touch with the undergraduate admissions team by submitting an enquiry form above.

Minimum Year 1

SQA Higher

  • Standard Entry Requirement: BBBC including English or Literary subject*. National 5 grade C in Maths or Applications of Maths.We accept the following Maths Access course offered by the University of Aberdeen in place of the National 5 Maths requirement: https://on.abdn.ac.uk/courses/access-maths-5. 
  • Minimum Offer Entry Requirement:BBCC including English or Literary subject*. National 5 grade C in Maths or Applications of Maths. We accept the following Maths Access course offered by the University of Aberdeen in place of the National 5 Maths requirement: https://on.abdn.ac.uk/courses/access-maths-5. 

You may be given an adjusted offer of entry if you meet our specified minimum entry requirements within our widening participation criteria, and outlined in our Contextual Admissions Policy. Click here for further information about our entry requirements and admissions policies.

A Level

  • CCC including English or Literary subject*.
  • GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths.

Irish Leaving Certificate

  • Grades H2, H3, H3, H3 at Higher Level to include a Literary subject*
  • Grade O4 at Ordinary Level in Maths.

BTEC (QCF) Extended Diploma Level 3

  • Minimum grades MMM (Merit, Merit, Merit) in a related subject.
  • GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths.

BTEC (QCF) National Diploma Level 3 plus A Level

  • Minimum grades MM (Merit, Merit) in a related subject.
  • A Level grade C.
  • GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths.

Higher National Certificate

  • Pass HNC in Social Science with grade B in the graded unit. National 5 grade C in Maths or Applications of Maths is also required.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

  • Award of Diploma with 27 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 4 including English at minimum grade 5.
  • Grade 4 in SL Maths (or grade 5 in SL Maths Studies).

T Level

  • Grade M
  • T Level must be completed in a Literary subject or A Level Literary subject may be required. Please contact ugadmissions@napier.ac.uk to check if you meet the subject specific requirements.
  • GCSE Maths at C/4.

 

*Literary subjects accepted: Modern Studies, History, Geography, Psychology, Sociology, Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies, Latin, Theology, Classics, Philosophy, A Level Government and Politics, A Level Classical Civilisation.

Minimum Year 2

HNC

  • Social Science with A in the graded unit.
  • National 5 grade C in Maths or Applications of Maths.

A Level

  • BBB to include Psychology and Sociology.

If your first language isn't English, you'll normally need to undertake an approved English language test and our minimum English language requirements will apply.

This may not apply if you have completed all your school qualifications in English. Check our country pages to find out if this applies to you.

If you do not currently meet our minimum English language requirements, we offer a number of pre-sessional English language courses which could help you achieve the required level. 

We welcome applications from students studying a wide range of international qualifications.
Entry requirements by country

Please note that international students are unable to enrol onto the following courses:
  • BM Midwifery/MM Midwifery
  • All Graduate Apprenticeship courses.

See who can apply for more information on Graduate Apprenticeship courses.

We’re committed to admitting students who have the potential to succeed and benefit from our programmes of study. 

Our admissions policies will help you understand our admissions procedures, and how we use the information you provide us in your application to inform the decisions we make.

Undergraduate admissions policies
Postgraduate admissions policies

Fees & funding

The course fees you'll pay and the funding available to you will depend on a number of factors including your nationality, location, personal circumstances and the course you are studying. We also have a number of bursaries and scholarships available to our students.

Tuition fees
Students from 2024/25 2025/26
Scotland £1,820 £1,820
England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland £9,250 £9,535
Overseas and EU £16,680 £17,520
Students from England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland will be invoiced the tuition fees for 3 years of their 4 years of study.
Tuition fees are subject to an annual review and may increase from one year to the next. For more information on this and other tuition fee matters, please see our Fees and Funding links above.
If additional compulsory costs other than the tuition fees are applicable, these will be detailed in the course details.
Please note that the tuition fees liable to be paid by EU nationals commencing their studies from 1 August 2021 will be the Overseas fee rate. The University offers a range of attractive Tuition Fee bursaries to students resident in specific countries. More information on these can be found here.


Careers

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What can you do with a Psychology with Sociology degree?  

By studying psychology and sociology at Edinburgh Napier University, you will become knowledgeable on human life and behaviour, which is useful  to have within a range of sectors. You will gain practical skills in research and groupwork, becoming an excellent communicator and problem solver. You will be able to think critically by designing projects, and you’ll develop the technical skills to deliver them. You will likely go on to work in areas such as personnel management, youth work, marketing, occupational therapy, or sales. You may also want to go onto postgraduate study to become a clinical, educational, occupational, health or forensic psychologist, or carry out training in counselling, careers guidance, or social work. If you are interested in working with people, then this might be the right course for you.  

What does a youth worker do?  

 A youth worker is responsible for supporting young people and adolescents in overcoming challenges, whilst helping them develop into responsible young adults. You will typically guide them in personal development activities and provide guidance on their mental health, education and career. You will have strong empathetic and social skills, and will most likely work with local authorities or within a social care setting. 

 Daily tasks and responsibilities within this role may include:  

  • Mentoring and counselling young people

  • Arranging group activities

  • Networking with businesses and local groups to provide additional career and counselling support

  • Crisis intervention 

  • Record keeping 

  • Assessing progress of young people and planning development goals

  • Community engagement