Philosophy and Psychology, BA (Hons)

Studying a BA in Philosophy and Psychology explores profound questions about human psychology, the mind, and what constitutes a flourishing life. These disciplines overlap significantly, making them ideal to study together. In philosophy, you'll examine concepts like ethics, knowledge, and reality, while psychology delves into mental processes, biological mechanisms, and social contexts. The programme includes options for a placement year or study abroad, extending it to four years.The first year introduces core modules in moral philosophy, epistemology, metaphysics, and psychological research methods. Subsequent years build on this with compulsory modules and electives, culminating in a third-year dissertation on a self-chosen topic. Assessment involves essays, exams, and self-directed learning, emphasising research and original work.

Year 1 Core modules: Ethics and Values provides a structured introduction to moral philosophy, including applied ethics, by exploring key moral concepts and showing how they influence moral practices and theories. Knowledge and Reality introduces philosophical problems in epistemology (the study of knowledge), and metaphysics (the study of reality and ourselves). Introduction to Psychological Research introduces key research methods and statistical techniques used in psychology. In recent years, optional modules have included: Reading Philosophy Science, Medicine and Society Introduction to Psychology 1: Cognitive and Biological Psychology Introduction to Psychology 2: Developmental and Social Psychology.