Childhood & Youth and Psychology BA (Hons)

CHILDHOOD & YOUTH

If you're passionate about understanding the lives of children and young people and want to make a positive difference, our Childhood & Youth BA (Hons) gives you the knowledge and skills to explore the issues shaping childhood today. You'll study topics including children's rights, social justice, poverty, inequality, mental health, identity and wellbeing, examining how children's experiences differ across the UK and around the world. 

Taught by a research-informed, value-led and practice-experienced academic team, you'll develop as a confident, reflective and ethically minded graduate. You'll explore childhood and youth through a range of disciplines, including sociology, politics, history, social policy and cultural studies, while building practical research skills that prepare you for your future career. 

Throughout the course, you'll investigate real-world challenges facing children and young people, gaining the critical thinking and analytical skills employers value. Graduates are well prepared for careers across education, youth and community work, local government, health, housing and the voluntary sector, with many choosing to continue their studies through postgraduate qualifications such as Social Work or Teaching. 

PSYCHOLOGY

Psychology at Liverpool Hope University is a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited degree that explores how and why people think, feel and behave. Designed for students who are curious about human behaviour and want to understand the science behind the mind, the course combines psychological theory with practical research experience. You'll study the core areas of psychology, including cognitive, biological, developmental and social psychology, alongside research methods and data analysis. Teaching is informed by the latest research and supported by specialist laboratories, giving you opportunities to develop practical skills while investigating real-world psychological questions.

Throughout your degree, you'll build highly valued transferable skills including critical thinking, communication, research design, problem-solving and data interpretation. These skills prepare graduates for careers across psychology, education, health, business and the public sector.

With personalised support from experienced academics, opportunities to conduct your own research and a curriculum recognised by the British Psychological Society, Psychology at Liverpool Hope University provides a strong foundation for professional training, postgraduate study and graduate employment. Whether your ambition is to become a psychologist or apply psychological knowledge in another profession, this degree equips you with the knowledge, confidence and practical experience to take your next step.