Psychology, Sociology, and Education

Undergraduate Pathway in Psychology, Sociology and Education

If you’d like to work in a rewarding, people-centric industry, consider this pathway as a route to your career. Keele University offers multiple specialisms and is ranked in the UK Top 25 for Social Work (The Times 2026).

Duration

Two semesters

Intakes

January
September

Entry Points

Foundation

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Course Details

Progression Degrees

Psychology degrees

Sociology degrees

Education degrees

Modules - Psychology

Semester 1

English for Academic Study 1
Mathematics 1
Physics
Academic and Digital Skills

Semester 2

English for Academic Study 1
Research skills
Biology
Chemistry

Modules - All other progression routes

Semester 1

English for Academic Study 1
Exploring the Social World
Academic and Digital Skills
Introduction to Media and Communication

Semester 2

English for Academic Study 1
Research Skills
Intercultural Studies
Introduction to Politics and International Relations

Programme Specification

Careers

With a degree in psychology, sociology, or education, you will be well positioned to work in roles that support individuals and communities. Psychology graduates often work as Mental Health Practitioners or Behavioural Support Specialists, while sociology graduates may pursue roles that address social issues and policy. As an education graduate, you could work in the classroom as a Teaching Assistant or move into Learning and Development.

Industry-standard Facilities

Studying Psychology at Keele University, you will have access to:

Brain Electrophysiology & Perception Laboratory
Eye-tracking Laboratory
Brain stimulation technology
Video Observation Suite
Qualitative Research Laboratory
Virtual Reality technology
Psychophysiology Laboratory.

Psychology Facilities