COURSE CURRICULUM

In Year 1 of this Sociology and Psychology joint program, you begin by grounding your studies in core sociological and psychological theories and methods. Doing Sociology in Leeds introduces applied sociological inquiry through a focus on urban environments, helping you develop critical thinking and communication skills. Interdisciplinary Psychology explores both historical and contemporary psychological models, emphasising their scientific roots and modern interdisciplinary expansions. Sociology, Capitalism & Modernity provides a critical foundation in understanding how capitalism has shaped modern social structures. Meanwhile, Mind, Self & Culture engages with the cultural influences on consciousness and identity, drawing from disciplines like anthropology and theology. Psychosocial Development takes a life-span perspective on human development, looking beyond early childhood to consider adolescence, adulthood, and even death through a mix of traditional and alternative psychological approaches. Researching Society develops your grasp of epistemology and methodology, teaching you how to design and analyse social research using techniques like ethnography, semiotic analysis, and causal reasoning.In Year 2, your learning becomes more specialised and applied. Environmental Psychology examines the reciprocal relationship between humans and their environments, combining psychological theory with real-life applications. Modern Social Theory deepens your theoretical grounding with key figures like Marx and Weber and their modern-day successors. Sociology of Gender & Feminist Perspectives explores debates around gender, identity, and labour, while Critical Social Psychology challenges dominant psychological models by focusing on cultural and political influences on the individual. Exploring Social Research enhances your practical skills through hands-on training in qualitative and quantitative methods. Finally, Psychology of Persuasion delves into the ethics and mechanics of persuasive communication, linking psychological theory with advertising and media analysis.In the Final Year, your Sociology Dissertation allows for independent research on a topic of your choice, showcasing your ability to apply methods and theory. Radical Psychology critiques mainstream psychological practices and explores alternative, socially aware approaches that address race, gender, class, and ability. Contemporary Society & Social Futures encourages you to reflect on whether current sociological theories adequately explain modern social transformations. Altogether, this course develops a nuanced, interdisciplinary understanding of human behaviour and society.