Psychology is the study of people, their behaviours, thoughts, feelings and motivations, which in turn promotes a greater appreciation of the human mind in a variety of contexts. Students who complete psychology degrees are well equipped for a career in almost any profession because studying psychology leads to the acquisition of transferable abilities such as communication skills, numeracy, teamwork, critical thinking, computing, and independent learning.

This is one of several specialist routes available in our BA (Honours) in Social Sciences (Psychology) degree. You'll study core modules in interdisciplinary social science and sociology, giving you a firm grounding in ideas central to the social sciences. This will be combined with exploring psychology through a range of real-world issues including love, sexuality and artificial intelligence before opting to study either social psychology or counselling and forensic psychology.

BA (Honours) in Criminology and Psychology help make sense of crime, criminalisation, criminals and victims. Studying this qualification provides you with a critical understanding of both subjects. You'll be able to question and develop your own beliefs and understandings about crime and harm. You'll consider criminal acts and human motivations and then look beyond them to examine the social conditions in which crime occurs.

BA (Honours) in Philosophy and Psychological Studies seek to answer profound questions about ourselves and our place in the social and physical universe. In this degree, you'll investigate a range of philosophical debates about ethics, justice, scientific knowledge, religion, art, and the self. You'll cover the core approaches in social, cognitive and developmental psychology, and some applied aspects of professional practice.

BA (Hons) Human Resource Management & Psychology explores the fascinating intersection of HR and psychology in this exciting degree program. Discover how understanding human behavior can enhance your HR skills and bring out the best in people. It's the perfect blend for unlocking potential and driving success in organizations.

The overall aim of the BA (Hons) Criminology & Psychology with Foundation Year enables students to study two well-established fields in social sciences. Both fields are set out to understand the social world which encompasses social values and behaviours. While Psychology studies human behaviours in general, Criminology focuses on criminal behaviours and social orders in particular.

Arden University’s online BA (Hons) Human Resource Management & Psychology programme will provide you with the skills and knowledge to help you take your next professional step in your career. You’ll develop an understanding of current and emerging HR practices and the psychological principles behind their development on this human resource management degree.

Arden University’s online BA (Hons) Criminology & Psychology programme provides the skills and knowledge needed to take your next professional step in your career. This course will develop your understanding of the social and psychological factors that contribute to criminality, and concepts aimed at tackling them. Here you get the chance to study two fascinating fields in the social sciences. You will spend equal time on both disciplines. You will look into such topics as the effects of social diversity and inequality on crime rates, develop an understanding of a range of research methods and data analysis skills, and develop knowledge of a range of influences on psychological well-being.