BSc Psychological and Behavioural Science

Why do people think and behave the way they do in certain situations? What role does our environment have on decision-making? How does an individual’s behaviour affect wider society? These are all questions explored on our BSc Psychological and Behavioural Science.

This programme is unusual in bringing together psychology and behavioural science in one degree and exploring these subjects from both social science and natural science perspectives. As well as developing your core knowledge, you’ll learn how psychological and behavioural science theories can be applied in the real world to address social issues in areas such as health and education.

You’ll learn how to conduct high-quality empirical research, including research design and qualitative approaches such as interviews and focus groups. You’ll also study statistical analysis and interpretation and learn how to present your findings effectively.

LSE was recently ranked number one in the UK for Psychology in the Good University Guide and in the Complete University Guide. Our graduates progress to rewarding and interesting careers in government, NGOs and the private sector – contributing to national and international policy debates.

This programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society.

This programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society.

You'll be eligible for Graduate Based Chartered (GBC) Membership if you gain a lower second classification (2:2) overall and pass your independent research project in Year 3.

Whilst studying, you'll also be able to join the British Psychological Society as a student member and take advantage of a range of benefits.

• P O Gray and D F Bjorklund Psychology (7th edition, Worth, 2014)
• M A Hogg and G M Vaughan Social Psychology (7th edition, Pearson, 2013)
• D Kahneman Thinking, Fast and Slow (Penguin, 2012)