Psychology and Sociology BA (Hons)

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.

SOCIOLOGY

Why study Sociology today? Because many of the world’s biggest challenges, from artificial intelligence and climate change to inequality, migration, political polarisation, housing and mental health, are fundamentally social. Understanding these issues requires more than knowledge, it requires critical thinking, evidence-based analysis and the ability to develop practical solutions.

Sociology at Liverpool Hope University equips you with the knowledge, confidence and practical skills to understand society and contribute to positive social change and social justice. You’ll study with research-active academics in a supportive environment, benefiting from small-group teaching, personalised feedback and one-to-one academic guidance.

Sociology explores people, power and society, helping you understand why social problems emerge, how institutions shape people’s lives and how meaningful change can happen. You’ll explore contemporary questions such as how AI is transforming work and education, why inequalities persist, who holds power and how societies should respond to climate change.

Alongside sociological theories and contemporary debates, you’ll develop highly valued skills in critical thinking, communication, research, teamwork, digital literacy, systems thinking and evidence-based decision making.

These transferable skills prepare graduates for careers across public, private and voluntary sectors, including social research, policy, education, health, criminal justice, communications, sustainability and consultancy.

You won’t just study society, you’ll learn to question it, challenge it and become a positive change-maker.