BA Psychosocial Studies
Course overview
The BA Psychosocial Studies at the University of East London is a special programme that provides you with a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of how people live their lives. This course is different because it does not focus solely on psychology (how the mind works) or solely on sociology (how society works). It teaches you how both of these things influence a person's life together.
Studying BA Psychosocial Studies from the University of East London will equip you with the essential understanding to work with people effectively. The curriculum integrates both psychological and sociological perspectives to offer a holistic understanding of how individuals experience the world.
The course encourages critical thinking about the societal structures and systems that shape people's lives, helping you understand the broader context of their challenges. By learning about the whole picture, the person and the world around them, this course prepares you to be an efficient and insightful professional who can genuinely help people.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
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To join this course, you need to score 112 UCAS points from your school-leaving qualifications.
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You can reach this score in a few ways. For example, you need A Levels in at least two subjects. Or, you could achieve a BTEC Extended Diploma with grades of DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit).
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If you have the International Baccalaureate (IB), you need at least 24 points.
English Proficiency:
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International students whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate proficiency in English by achieving an IELTS overall score of 5.5 (or equivalent) with no component score below 5.5.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Early Payment Discount
If you are starting your postgraduate course in academic year, you can save 5 per cent on your course fees by paying them in full.
Engagement Bursary
Up to £3,000
Hardship Bursary
Up to £3,000
International Scholarship
Scholarships range between £500 and £5,000 - off your first year's tuition fees - (depending on your course programme).
Up to £500Postgraduate Alumni Discount
If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount. For direct progression graduates achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1), you may receive a 20% discount.
Sports Scholarships
Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BA Psychosocial Studies from the University of East London can work in roles such as the following:
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Community Development Worker
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Housing Officer
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Social Worker
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Psychologist
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Teacher/Lecturer
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee to study the BA Psychosocial Studies in the University of East London is £16,020. Please note that this fee may change.
Admission
Applications for this course can be made directly using the university’s online application platform. If you need help with this process, feel free to reach out to any of our trained counsellors at AHZ.
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