Curious about studying Social Sciences (Psychology) (R23-PSY) - BA (Hons)at Open University? We've gathered all the key details—entry requirements, modules, fees, and more. Hear from real students by checking out reviews, or take the next step by booking an open day to explore it for yourself.
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Distance Learning
Flexible
Feb 2027
3 Year
This is one of several specialist routes available in our BA (Honours) Social Sciences. You'll study core modules in interdisciplinary social science and sociology, giving you a firm grounding in ideas central to the social sciences. This will be combined with exploring psychology through a range of real-world issues, including love, sexuality and artificial intelligence, before opting to study either social psychology or counselling and forensic psychology. On completion, you’ll be able to apply psychological and social theories to a range of issues, using data analysis and analytical techniques to understand a variety of topics that affect individuals and society.
Key features of the course- Specialise in psychology within a broad interdisciplinary social science degree. - Explore topical real-world problems to gain an understanding of the behaviours of individuals and social groups. - Enhance your employability with valued skills, including analysing and evaluating evidence, and communicating specialist ideas and information to different audiences. Please note: completion of this degree will not make you eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) conferred by the British Psychological Society.
The Open University (OU) is the UK's largest academic institution and a global leader in distance learning.Established i...