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Psychology will teach you how to design and conduct your own psychological studies in our well-equipped labs using a range of quantitative and qualitative techniques. You will share closely the excitement of new discoveries in psychology working alongside academic staff on research projects like brain electrophysiology to studies on alcohol, and from conflict resolution and forgiveness to how young people respond to advertising. This will fit well with exploring the concepts and debates within our business modules, adding depth to subjects such as leadership, change management, strategy and business processes.  You will conduct a range of assessments and learn to reflect broadly on situations and to contextually apply what you know.

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.

Enhancing your Employability

Work Placement Year

The Work Placement Year is a great opportunity to gain industry standard experience between Year 2 and Year 3, before returning for your final year of study. This mix of theory and practical experience allows an understanding of the workplace in your chosen sector/industry. You will receive support from our Student Placement Officer and Careers and Employability team throughout your placement search which you will be responsible for securing. This year aims to set you apart from the crowd and increase your employment opportunities. Take a look at some of our student experiences and frequently asked questions.

Visa restrictions apply. Students who require a visa to study in the UK may be able to add in a work placement depending upon the programme. The ability to add a work placement is dependent upon the UK Immigration rules at the time of the request. It may be that for some programmes students will not have the option to request a placement period to be added to their programme before they arrive in the UK and would need to apply for a new visa. There is no guarantee that a placement will be provided and that students who have a visa are subject to a number of restrictions on the type of work, including placements they can undertake. For more information about visa's please click here.

Entrepreneurship Year

Eligible for UK students only, this module allows you to showcase your innovative abilities and ideas to develop your business aspirations. Whether you’ve always wanted to create your own start up or are inspired by your studies, this module will allow you to develop your knowledge and skills as well as graduate attributes. The module will take place between Year 2 and Year 3, therefore you will be unable to opt for the Work Placement Year or International Year if you choose this option. You can find more information, here.

International Year

Broaden your horizons at one of our partner universities by studying an International Year between Year 2 and Year 3. You will have the opportunity to spend the two semesters of the international year at one partner university or one semester at one university and the second semester at another. On successful completion of all modules across the year, you will graduate with a degree title ‘with International Year’. You can find more information here. 

TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT

Keele Business School offers a range of different teaching styles from seminars, group work and lectures. You will be assessed using traditional methods such as examinations, assignments and essays as well a project work completed on the Work Placement Year, Entrepreneurship Year or International Year. 

STAFF

Our staff in Keele Business School are active researchers in core areas such as accounting, finance, economics, marketing and management and their academic work will inform your learning, incorporating recent theories and current themes to open discussion in your subject area. There are also professional support staff on hand to answer any queries you may have during your undergraduate studies at Keele.

Other courses you may be interested in:

• Accounting and Business Management
• Business and Human Resource Management
• Business Management and Finance
• International Business and Marketing
• International Business Management
• Law with Business
• Marketing and Business Management
• Pharmaceutical Science with Business
• Psychology
• Psychology and Education
• Psychology with Counselling
• Psychology with Work Placement Year

Business can also be studied as a Combined Honours degree in the following combinations:

• Business and Data Science
• Business and Geography
• Business and Media
• Business and Music Production

Psychology can also be studied as a Combined Honours degree in the following combinations:

• Biology and Psychology
• English Literature and Psychology
• Forensic Science and Psychology
• History and Psychology
• Human Biology and Psychology
• Mathematics and Psychology
• Music Production and Psychology
• Neuroscience and Psychology
• Philosophy and Psychology
• Psychology and Criminology
• Psychology and Sociology

Facilities

Keele Business School

Keele Business School is located in a state-of-the-art, multi-million pound facility complete with 220-seat lecture theatre, a ‘think lab’ study space, data laboratory, cafe and business lounge. Home to our accounting, business management, economics, finance, HRM, international business, management and marketing programmes, Keele Business School is the first to be located on a Science Park.

As well as new teaching spaces, our building is unique in that it is also home to the Smart Innovation Hub, a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), which includes space and support programmes for innovation-led businesses, providing opportunities for students and staff to work collaboratively with entrepreneurs and business owners, gaining invaluable networks and experience.

Our computer laboratories are equipped with industry-leading software such as Bloomberg, STATA, Thomson Reuters and Sage Accounting Software, providing you with an opportunity to gain valuable practical IT experience. You may also be able to complement this practical experience, by opting for a placement year, an international year or an entrepreneurship year, between your second and third year of study. 

KEELE BLOOMBERG FINANCE LAB

At Keele Business School we have a dedicated computer laboratory, the Bloomberg Finance Lab, which provides access to the Bloomberg Professional Service, also known as the Terminal. The Bloomberg Professional Service is a widely used platform of economic, financial and business information in the financial industry, government and beyond. KBS students have free access to the Bloomberg Professional Service, which is integrated into the teaching of a number of modules in economics, finance, accounting and business management. Students can also use the terminals in their own time to obtain data and information to use in their essays and projects.

The Bloomberg Terminal provides privileged access to economic, financial and business real-time data, world news, analyses and reports from the world’s biggest financial organisations. It has become a standard tool for traders, market analysts, financial institutions, and researchers. Practical knowledge of how to use the Terminal is a very much sought after skill by employers in the financial industry including retail and investment banking, audit, accountancy, insurance and actuarial science.

In the event of social distancing restrictions, students may have remote access to the Bloomberg Terminal via the internet.

The School of Psychology

The School of Psychology is housed in the Dorothy Hodgkin building at the centre of campus. Nestled among the lecture theatre, teaching laboratories, staff offices and lab spaces at the centre of the School of Psychology, there are shared spaces for socialising and studying. The School is well resourced, and our laboratories house state-of-the-art equipment for research involving adults and children, including EEG equipment and eye-tracking, observation suites, and a well-resourced suite of labs for qualitative research. 

Foundation year

You may choose to study this course via foundation year.

If you’re returning to education following a break, wish to study a new subject or don’t have the grades or sufficient equivalent experience for direct entry to this course, a foundation year may be a good option for you.

Following successful completion (including any additional progression requirements) of the foundation year you can progress on to this course.

The foundation year offers September starts across all subjects, and January starts across all science, humanities, social sciences and business routes.

The January intake excludes the Veterinary Medicine and Surgery degree with Foundation Year and other health-related foundation Year degree

For more details visit our foundation year webpages.

Foundation year

Fees and funding

Going to university can be a daunting as well as an exciting experience. It can be difficult to understand the true costs of being a student, as well as the financial support that is available to help you meet those costs.

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 (HESA, 2017)

The programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society. This is the first step to becoming a Chartered Psychologist, leading to a range of careers such as a neuropsychologist or as a clinical, counselling, educational or occupational psychologist. You will be equally well placed to pursue a career in business or management. You might also decide to go on to study for a postgraduate qualification in either business or psychology. You will be equally well placed to pursue a career in management or self-employment working as a management consultant, investment analyst, chartered management accountant or a role in marketing or sales.

You might also decide to go on to study for a postgraduate qualification in either management or psychology. Whatever path you choose, you will develop a psychological perspective on human behaviour which is valued in a range of careers.

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