Business and Psychology - Two-year Accelerated Degree - BA (Hons)

University Centre Farnborough

Discover this two-year accelerated degree in business and psychology and see how they function together in society. Benefit from close-knit classes and insight from experienced lecturers. This course starts each September and is awarded by the University of Surrey.

This is a two-year accelerated degree, meaning you can save a year of tuition fees and graduate soonerIt can provide a route into a number of careers related to business management, entrepreneurship, human resources, and psychologyAllows you to tailor your studies to your goals and keep your options open by studying two subjectsPrevious guest talks have included topics on consumer behaviour and visits from business agenciesWhy study this course with us?Both business and psychology can lead to a wide range of career paths. Studying these complementary subjects will give you a fascinating insight into human and organisational behaviour, as well as a broad overview of business industries and environments. Many Business and Psychology graduates may progress to work in healthcare and social services, charitable organisations, human resources, management, business and finance, consulting, and media and advertising.At Farnborough, many of your lecturers will have experience working in a range of business settings. This will give you a full insight into your subject in the classroom and beyond. You will be taught in classrooms rather than large lecture theatres, which means your classes here will feel more personal, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions, receive feedback and become friends with your new classmates.In the study of business, you will explore modules surrounding business operations and functions and investigate exactly what makes a business successful. In the study of psychology, you will examine the complex workings of the mind, introducing you to a range of insightful topics designed to stimulate and challenge your way of thinking.

This degree is suitable for those with an interest in human and business behaviour, who want to pursue a career path or further study in either business or psychology. You might currently be studying a Level 3, A Level, or Access to Higher Education course, be returning to education after a break, or wish to transfer from another higher education institution.

During this degree you will explore contemporary research and the understanding behind a broad range of business operations and functions. You will analyse management practices, marketing techniques, laws, as well as human resource management, to give you a full insight into the business environment. You will also discover the distinct branches of psychology, which draw influences from science, sociology and early years development. This includes opportunities to learn high-level research, statistical, IT, and report-writing skills, which are valued by employers in a variety of sectors.Please note that this course is non-BPS accredited. However, this qualification is a pathway to postgraduate courses at institutions where BPS accreditation is available if required.