BA Joint Hons Psychology Mathematics

The BA Joint Hons Psychology and Mathematics from the University of Strathclyde is a joint honours degree that combines the study of human behaviour with quantitative analytical skills. Students explore psychological theory alongside mathematical methods to understand and model human thought and behaviour. The course covers mental health, cognition, and behavioural science along with mathematics topics such as statistics, algebra, modelling, and data analysis. This unique blend enables students to analyse mental processes using logic and numbers, creating a versatile skill set suitable for multiple careers or postgraduate study. The programme typically spans four years in Scotland.

The Department of Psychological Sciences and Health collaborates with the Mathematics and Social Sciences departments, allowing students to access shared labs, computing facilities, and advanced data tools. Opportunities exist for placements, research partnerships, and real-world projects. Learning takes place through lectures, seminars, labs, workshops, and group projects, while assessments include essays, exams, reports, mathematical problem sets, project work, and a final dissertation.

The University of Strathclyde is located in the heart of Glasgow, offering access to city life and excellent transport links. Its main faculties include Engineering, Science, Strathclyde Business School, and Humanities and Social Sciences, where psychology is housed. Strathclyde is known for combining academic excellence with real-world application, linking research, business, and public service to address global challenges.

Student life is vibrant, featuring clubs, sports, volunteering opportunities, concerts, and a strong students’ union. The university’s teaching approach blends theory with practice, led by researchers who bring current discoveries into the classroom. Students learn through interactive sessions, labs, and collaborative projects, supported by writing, data, and maths study centres.

• Applicants should have strong results in high school qualifications such as A-Levels, Scottish Highers, or an equivalent, with subjects including mathematics or statistics, and ideally a social science.

English Proficiency

• For international applicants, a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 is required.

The annual tuition fee for international students is £21,550 for full-time study. A tuition fee increase of up to 10% may apply each academic year.

Strathclyde offers various scholarships and funding options for students pursuing the BA Joint Hons Psychology and Mathematics. These include donor-funded awards supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds with tuition and living costs. Additionally, the STAR Scholarship provides financial assistance for undergraduates demonstrating financial need.

Some scholarships require formal applications, while others are granted automatically based on academic merit. Students are encouraged to review eligibility, deadlines, and requirements on the university’s scholarships webpage.

Graduates of the BA Joint Hons Psychology and Mathematics from the University of Strathclyde are equipped for analytical, behavioural, and data-driven careers in both public and private sectors. Potential roles include:

• Data Analyst
• Psychometrician
• Educational Analyst
• Behavioural Scientist
• Public Policy Analyst

Applications for the University of Strathclyde BA Joint Hons Psychology and Mathematics programme can be made via UCAS or through Strathclyde’s direct admissions portal. For personalised support, you can contact one of our experienced counsellors at AHZ.