Psychology and Sociology BSc (Hons)
University of Keele
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 145 graduates of Psychology and Sociology BSc (Hons) and other courses in Psychology (Non-Specific) at University of Keele for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Psychology (Non-Specific).
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Psychology (Non-Specific) courses of University of Keele
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Psychology (Non-Specific)
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Psychology (Non-Specific) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22000 | £20500 | £24500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £24500 | £17000 - £24500 | £19500 - £30500 |
All Psychology (Non-Specific) courses of University of Keele
Salary of all UK Graduates of Psychology (Non-Specific)
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22543 | £20900 | £24533 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19778 - £25951 | £15713 - £25462 | £18577 - £30550 |
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Course Description
Explore why humans behave the way they do and the impact of these actions within society. Psychology takes a scientific approach to understanding the mind, emotions and behaviour, at the individual and societal levels. This programme encourages you to tackle important social issues exploring cultures across the globe and to consider how societies have changed over time. Our British Psychological Society accredited degree enables you to gain broad subject-specific knowledge and advanced skills in communication, research and critical thinking to pursue a career of your choice.
Why choose this course?
- This programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society, subject to passing your final year project and achieving a minimum 2:2 degree award
- No. 1 in the UK. Britain's best university, ranked by students (Student Crowd University Awards, 2022)
- Global Top 300 for Social Sciences (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2022)
- Gain highly transferable graduate skills to pursue a broad range of careers in business, service, education and caring professions
Psychology and Sociology at Keele allows you to explore the mind and behaviour whilst considering both the advances and challenges of ever changing societies.
Psychology will equip you with a well-rounded education and in addition to studying the principal areas specified by the British Psychological Society (BPS) curriculum, you will have the opportunity to tailor your degree to reflect your career aspirations and interests.
Within Sociology, you will explore topics such as ethnicity, class, migration and feminism, and consider the historical explanations and developments for these areas in the contemporary world we now live in. You will investigate how these topics promote inclusion in society or create social divisions based on different opinions and experiences. This will encourage you to have an analytical approach to how you consider different theories and draw explanations to develop fair arguments based on data and your individual critical viewpoint. You will develop your imaginative thinking and awareness around social inequalities and a range of important sociological issues.
The skills you will develop will not only equip you with subject-specific knowledge but will provide you with a variety of transferable scientific skills that can be used in a wide range of sectors.
About Keele
Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.
We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.
Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Psychology and Sociology BSc (Hons) at University of Keele
| 15% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Librarians and Related Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Psychology (Non-Specific)
All Psychology (Non-Specific) courses of University of Keele
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of University of Keele in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Keele in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #37
- #48
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- Psychology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #61
- #79
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- Psychology
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #53
- #401
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- Psychology
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 28 university rankings of University of Keele
About University of Keele
Established in 1949, Keele University is located in the rural setting of the large town of Newcastle under Lyme. The university’s facilities are all within walking distance from the centre of campus, including Union Square where students can find a Pharmacy, the Library, and even a student Post Office. Students can choose between an impressive selection of courses at both the Undergraduate and Postgraduate level, as well as between five different modern and spacious residence halls.
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Student composition of University of Keele
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Keele by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 8360
- postgraduates:
- 1545
- Total:
- 9905
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Psychology”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
