Sociology with Social Psychology, BA (Hons), with industry placement

This course examines how individuals and societies operate, exploring motivations for cooperation and migration. It provides a solid foundation in social psychology and sociology, investigating the behaviors of individuals, groups, and cultures, while building qualitative and quantitative research skills.Students delve into social tensions, interactions, and networks in daily life, from relationships with politicians and friends to self-identity and family dynamics. Key topics include social psychology, psychoanalysis, human behavior, migration, religious beliefs, and multinational corporations. Training covers sociological methods like survey design, interviews, and quantitative analysis to tackle challenging questions. Participants can also complete a supervised dissertation on an inspiring topic, encouraging innovative thinking and engagement with current issues. Optional modules are available for personalized study, with further details on the University of Essex website.