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    Philosophy and Psychology - BSc (Hons)

    Year of entry
    2022
    Course type
    Combined Honours
    Duration of study
    3 years/ 4 years with International Year
    Location
    Keele University campus
    Subject area / School
    Social, Political and Global Studies
    School of Psychology
    UCAS code
    CV85
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    Course overview

    Philosophy and psychology offer complementary approaches to some of the most intriguing and long-running intellectual challenges to face humankind. The course involves the scientific and the conceptual study of the mind, to explain human behaviour and understand consciousness, and philosophy gives you a broader understanding of the world around us. You will graduate with a Psychology degree accredited by the British Psychological Society, plus in-depth knowledge of Philosophy.

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      We will never sell your data to a third party. We only ever share data with companies involved in helping us communicate with you or helping us to manage your data (examples include; Online forms, Printers, Postal services, other University partners etc).

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    Course content

    You will look at philosophical topics about knowledge, ethics, language and the nature of the mind and world from both historical and contemporary perspectives. You will learn reasoning skills, how to evaluate arguments and be encouraged to present and defend your own views. You'll explore a broad range of topics which may include the Philosophy of Mind and Philosophy of Science, which specifically address philosophical questions concerning psychology.

    In psychology, you will learn about what the latest psychology research, including studies published by our own friendly and approachable staff, tells us about human behaviour from social, developmental, biological and cognitive perspectives. We will show you how to design and conduct your own psychological studies in our well-equipped laboratories, using a range of techniques including interviews, surveys and experiments. You will also learn about how our understanding of psychology changes over time.

    Enhancing Your Employability

    There are a number of opportunities to enhance your experience and career prospects at Keele, such as study abroad, learn a language, work placement options and volunteering, alongside a dedicated Careers and Employability team. Begin your journey and stand out from the crowd.

    The single and combined honours Psychology courses at Keele are accredited by the British Psychological Society. Please note that there was unfortunately an error in the printed version of the UG Prospectus 2022 that stated Psychology needed to be chosen as a specialism in the final year for accreditation to be received - this is not the case, anyone studying a CH Psychology course at Keele will receive BPS accreditation.

    COMBINATIONS

    Philosophy is available as either a Single or Combined Honours degree:

    Psychology is available as either a Single or Combined Honours degree:

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    Variations to 2020/21 courses

    Entry requirements

    Keele is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity to all our applicants with the potential and motivation to succeed, regardless of background. On that basis we operate a range of 'alternative offer' schemes with clear eligibility criteria.

    The entry grades outlined in this section indicate the likely offer or range of offers which would be made to candidates along with any subject specific requirements. This is for general information only. Keele University reserves the right to vary offer conditions depending upon a candidate’s application. Read more about our undergraduate entry requirements for United Kingdom, European Union and International students.

    A Level requirements

    • A Level requirement ABC / BBB

    If you don't think you'll meet the entry requirements specified, you may be able to gain entry to this course via a Foundation Year.

    GCSE requirements

    • Maths at C (or 4) 
    • English at C (or 4)

    BTEC

    • BTEC requirements DDM

    If you don't think you'll meet the entry requirements specified, you may be able to gain entry to this course via a Foundation Year.

    International Baccalaureate

    • 30 points 

    Access to HE Diploma requirements

    • Obtain Access to Higher Education Diploma with 122 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction. 

    PREPARATION PROGRAMMES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

    International students who do not meet the direct entry requirements for this course have the opportunity to study an International Foundation Year programme.

    These courses are designed to prepare international students to enter into Keele University undergraduate degrees.

    Fees and funding

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    We can help you to manage your funds, create a budget and ensure that you receive any funding for which you may be eligible. We also offer financial support such as the Keele University Hardship Fund and emergency loans.

    For more information visit our money, advice and guidance section.

    Career prospects

    96% of Keele graduates were in a job or further study within six months of graduating (DLHE, 2017)

    Philosophy and psychology teach a wide range of research and problem solving skills which are highly valued by employers. Keele Philosophy and Psychology has an excellent graduate recruitment record. Graduates in Philosophy and Psychology have gone on to many different careers, including teaching, the law, financial services, computer programming, artificial intelligence research, advertising, government, publishing, the media and the arts, as well as going on to further study.

    This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society, a necessary first step for many professional careers in psychology, including becoming a Chartered Psychologist. Psychological careers include clinical, counselling, educational, forensic, occupational or sports psychology.

    Previous employers

    • BAE Systems Applied Intelligence
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    • Civil Service
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    • Mercedes Benz
    • NSPCC
    • Nuffield Health
    • RSPCA
    • Local Government

    Regardless of which career you pursue after Keele, employers will want evidence of the range of skills and personal qualities you possess and which are required for the job. Your degree is clearly important in this respect but don’t forget the extra-curricular activities, positions of responsibility, jobs and voluntary work you may have been engaged in while studying at Keele. These activities allow you to demonstrate the skills and personal qualities required by employers and will be vital in your attempts to secure graduate employment.

    Find out more about our careers and employability services, including career planning, alumni mentoring, jobs, internships, starting your own business and much more.

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