Sociology and Psychology

Our sociology and psychology degree explores society and the self by focusing on issues such as gender, identity, relationships and social inequalities.

The psychology element of our BSc Hons Sociology and Psychology degree will give you an understanding of the brain, behaviour and experience. The course includes studies of perception, memory and emotion and the development of language. You will explore the way society works through sociological themes such as social justice, gender, crime and deviance, and ethnicity.

The two sides of the course are brought together with an exploration of the socio-psychological processes that shape our relationships with each other and society.

Our sociology and psychology graduates enter careers in areas such as youth and community work, welfare provision, charitable organisations and local and national government.

What you should know about this course
• The opportunity to study modules covering a range of issues from social inequalities, global relations and popular culture to gender, identity and migration



• A broad foundation in sociological thinking and theory is offered while supporting you to pursue your own ideas and interests through focused research



• The psychology component of the programme seeks to understand mind and behaviour through experimentation, observation and measurement



• Explore the study of perception, memory and emotion, and the causes of abnormal behaviour



• You get to study the socio-psychological processes that shape our relationships with ourselves, each other and society.

The University of Greenwich empowers students to live life as the main characters of their own story, discovering new talents, building skills and developing their independence as part of an inclusive and supportive community.

With three well-connected campuses situated across London and Kent, you'll certainly find the right backdrop to channel your main character's energy. Together, these campuses provide the platform for a diverse and continually evolving community.

Most famous is Greenwich Campus. With its iconic view and cameo in Marvel's Thor, Greenwich Campus is a UNESCO World Heritage Site right on the River Thames, just a few miles from the heart of London.

Avery Hill Campus offers students a relaxed environment in the leafy London neighbourhood of Eltham and is only 30 minutes by train from central London. Everything is on-site and there are many students living on campus so it's a lively place to be.

Medway Campus is a historic site with redbrick buildings in north Kent. Students live, work and socialise on-site. There's a shopping centre across the road and the train to London takes 45 minutes.

There are hundreds of degree courses to choose from in a wide range of disciplines. Many courses offer a placement year option, giving you the chance to gain career-enhancing industry experience. There are also opportunities to earn while you study with the Student Job shop scheme.

Register your interest at the University of Greenwich today.