Psychology with Philosophy BSc

Why do people act the way they do How do we reason with logic Our Psychology with Philosophy BSc uncovers the theories and topics behind human behaviour, thoughts and actions. Our BPS-accredited programme introduces you to psychological and philosophical topics to understand people, and provides a logical toolbox to answer contemporary questions, equipping you with advanced skills for various careers.Why study Psychology with Philosophy at Keele UniversityOur integrated research-led programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)Philosophy at Keele is ranked Top 10 in the UK for student positivity NSS 2023 (Broad-based universities) based on overall student satisfaction, which is an average score across 27 questions asked in the NSSTop 20 in England for Philosophy (Guardian University Guide, 2025)Gain highly transferable graduate employability skills to pursue a broad range of careers in education, business and caring professionsA chance to broaden your horizons and study abroad at a partner university or enhance your career with the choice of a placement yearCourse overviewAre you curious about human behaviour and why people think, act and respond the way they do With a critical view of the world around us, Psychology with Philosophy opens doors to investigate the human mind, people's emotions and behaviours. On this BPS-accredited degree, you will cover a breadth of topics from social, cognitive, biological and developmental psychology, as well as fundamental topics in philosophy, ethics and logic.Work Placement YearGain hands-on experience with an optionalplacementyear in between years two and three of your degree programme. This valuable character-building experience will help you to prepare for the workplace by spending a year in industry, developing skills and knowledge, whilst drawing on psychological principles, theories and methods. With this experience, you will become well prepared for employment and strengthen your prospects for life after university.Foundation yearOurFoundation Yearprovides an excellent alternative route to Keele, providing a unique opportunity to better prepare for your chosen degree, and with guaranteed entry onto your undergraduate course once you successfully complete your Foundation Year.This extra year of study can improve your academic skills, expand your subject knowledge, give you a better understanding of higher education and, perhaps most importantly of all, build your confidence.Your future career95% of Keele students are in employment or further study within 15 months of finishing their studies (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 201920)Graduating with a degree in Psychology with Philosophy will prepare you for a wide range of careers with transferable skills in communication, analytical thinking and problem-solving, that can be applied to various roles across industries. You will become a critical thinker with a curious mind, providing new insights in the workplace, whether you wish to pursue a career in science, the arts or beyond.