Philosophy and Psychology, BA (Hons)

Explore profound questions at the heart of philosophy—such as the mind-body relationship, free will, and knowledge of the world, others, and ourselves—through our Philosophy BA at the University of Stirling. This programme cultivates critical, imaginative reasoning skills while deepening understanding of the human mind, language, morality, politics, art, science, and logic. Offering breadth from modules on key philosophers to topics like metaphysics, moral philosophy, and environmental ethics, it introduces core issues in the first two years before specialisation. Benefit from lecturers' cutting-edge research, top student satisfaction, a vibrant environment, and an active Philosophy Society, gaining vital employability skills.Delve into the drivers of human and animal behaviour with our award-winning Psychology course, at the forefront of interdisciplinary research addressing societal issues like crime detection and health outcomes. As a biological and social science, it covers brain function, child development, and social behaviour, with hands-on experience in specialist labs and the UK's only on-site kindergarten. Develop deep knowledge, practical skills, and career versatility, supported by a BPS-praised proactive team, innovative student-led teaching, and personalised feedback fostering a close-knit community.