Module Selection Instructions

BA in Humanities (Psychology Major), Flexible

Maximum number of modules you can register for in one academic year is four. 

You should only register for an intermediate module in Sociology or Philosophy if you have successfully passed SOC1001: What is Sociology? or PHE1005: What is Philosophy? 

Please note that SOC1001: What is Sociology? will not be available from September 2026 onwards. If you have not already successfully completed SOC1001: What is Sociology? you must take PHE1005: What is Philosophy? and transfer to the Psychology and Philosophy pathway.

In order to register for PSY1088 Advanced Research Methods and Project you must have successfully completed PSY1084 Quantitative & Qualitative Research Methods.

PSY1088 Advanced Research Methods and Project must be taken in a student’s final year of registration on the programme i.e. at least eight modules (120 credits) completed with all remaining modules being taken such that 12 modules (180 credits) will be completed if all modules are successfully completed in that year.

Students are advised to complete PSY1084 Quantitative & Qualitative Research in Psychology before taking PSY1086 Individual Differences.

It is recommended that PSY1088 is taken with as few other modules as possible.

Specifically, it is advised that you have completed PSY1086 Individual Differences before attempting PSY1088 Advanced Research Methods and Project. 

Optional Modules

Philosophy Pathway - Complete 45 Credits of 180

Sociology Pathway - Complete 45 Credits of 180