UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD
School of Social and International Studies
Division of Social Sciences and Criminal Justice Studies
BA (Hons) Psychology and Management
Awarding and teaching
institution:
University of Bradford
Final award:
BA
[Framework for Higher Education Qualifications
level 6]
Programme title:
Psychology and Management
Duration:
3 years full-time
UCAS code:
CN82
Subject benchmark
statement:
Business and Management, Psychology
Date produced:
October 2003
Last updated :
June 2012
Introduction
This course is a joint course between two contributing departments: the Division of
Social Sciences and Criminal Justice Studies, in the School of Social and
International Studies, and the School of Management.
The course will enable you to obtain knowledge, skills and expertise in both
discipline areas and open up a wide range of future career opportunities. The BA
(Hons) degree in Psychology and Management has been developed to meet the
demand for courses that combine Psychology with Management.
The Division of Social Sciences and Criminal Justice Studies offers the widelycredited BA (Hons) degree in Sociology and Psychology and the BA (Hons) degree
in Applied Criminal Justice Studies. These degrees, together with the BA (Hons)
degree in Psychology and Crime, present innovative collaborative opportunities,
particularly in relation to perspectives focusing on understanding the mind and social
constructs.
The School of Management offers undergraduate degree programmes in Business
and Management Studies, Accounting and Finance, Marketing, International
Business and Management, Law and Human Resource Management. Effective
management holds the key to many of the social and economic problems that face
the world today. Academic rigour is combined with practicality and relevance for
business and management in industry and commerce.
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Programme Aims
The programme is intended to:
A1.
bring the disciplines of Psychology and Management to bear in the
understanding of the relationship between individuals, groups and
social institutions as well as having a sound grasp of business and
management theory and practice
A2.
provide a supportive, structured environment in which you are
encouraged to develop independent learning skills;
A3.
develop subject knowledge and understanding, and provide education
in discipline skills to enable graduates to pursue further programmes of
study or careers in areas where social science skills are required or
desirable;
A4.
develop personal transferable and management skills fundamental to
your career development and future career progression.
Programme Learning Outcomes
When you have completed the programme you will be able to:

understand and evaluate key concepts and approaches to psychology;
social diversity and power relations; the relationship between individuals,
groups and social institutions; the role of culture in social and
psychological life; the nature and appropriate use of research strategies
and methods; the relationship between argument and evidence.

Understand and evaluate key aspects in disciplines involved in
management include economics, accounting, marketing, production and
operations management and organisational behaviour. The focus will
develop a systematic knowledge and understanding in these areas.

Formulate and investigate psychologically informed questions;
competence in using major theoretical perspectives and concepts in social
psychology; ability to analyse and assess empirical information in social
psychology as well as to undertake and present scholarly work.

Analyse situations and problems in order to develop an objective approach
to applying the appropriate theories, models or solutions to the issues
presented. You will also gain a systematic understanding of key aspects
of management and a range of business and management skills.

Demonstrate advanced skills in learning and study; critical and analytical
thinking; statistical and other quantitative techniques; qualitative research
techniques; independent learning and research; information searching and
collection; group work skills; IT skills; written and oral communication; time
planning and management.
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Curriculum
Stage 1
In Stage 1 you will develop knowledge and understanding of the learning strategies
necessary for the successful completion of academic study in higher education as
well as the foundational concepts and topics in Psychology and Management.
Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
SJ-4008L
Introduction to Psychology
CORE
20
1
SEM 1
and 2
SJ-4001L
Essentials of Social Psychology
CORE
20
1
SEM 1
and 2
MAN0131L
People, Work and Organisations
CORE
20
1
SEM 1
and 2
MAN1073L
Foundations of Marketing
CORE
20
1
SEM 1
and 2
SJ-4002D
Learning Strategies
CORE
20
1
SEM 1
SJ-4005D
State and Society
OPTION
20
1
SEM 2
SJ-4006D
Introduction to Sociology
OPTION
20
1
SEM 2
Stage 2
In Stage 2 you will take your skills further through a range of core and optional
modules aimed at developing an understanding of theoretical and methodological
approaches.
Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
SJ-5011K
Research and Evaluation
CORE
40
2
SEM 1
and 2
MAN0801M
Organisational Design
CORE
10
2
SEM 1
SJ-6006D
Cultural and Theoretical
Psychology
CORE
20
2
SEM 1
MAN0802M
Psychology at Work
CORE
10
2
SEM 1
MAN0228M
The Transformation of Work
CORE
10
2
SEM 2
SJ-5008D
Critical Psychology and Mental
Health
CORE
20
2
SEM 2
MAN0902M
Management of Service
Operations
OPTION
10
2
SEM 2
MAN0707M
Integrated Marketing
Communications
OPTION
10
2
SEM 2
Stage 3
In Stage 3 you will gain tremendous benefit by completing a dissertation (of between
12,000–15,000 words). This will involve working on your own, on a subject of your
choice, but with supervision from a member of staff. This will give you the opportunity
not only to increase your specialist subject knowledge, but also to demonstrate your
ability to undertake independent study.
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Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
SJ-6004W
Dissertation
CORE
60
3
SEM 1
and 2
SJ-6001D
The Social Psychology of
Intergroup Relations
CORE
20
3
SEM 1
MAN0327L
Human Resource Management
CORE
20
3
SEM 1
and 2
MAN0607M
Electronic Commerce
CORE
10
3
SEM 1
MAN0324M
International and Comparative
Employment Relations
CORE
10
3
SEM 2
The curriculum may change, subject to the University's course approval, monitoring
and review procedures.
Teaching and Assessment Strategies
The teaching and learning strategy takes into consideration the learning outcomes,
progression through the levels of study, the nature of the subject, and the need for
you to take greater responsibility for your own learning as you progress through the
course.
Assessment Regulations
This Programme conforms to the standard University Assessment Regulations which
are available at the following link:
http://www.bradford.ac.uk/academic-quality-unit/ordinances-and-regulations-fortaught-courses/
Admission Requirements
The University welcomes applications from all potential students regardless of their
previous academic experience; offers are made following detailed consideration of
each individual application. Most important in the decision to offer a place is our
assessment of a candidate’s potential to benefit from their studies and of their ability
to succeed on this particular programme. Entrance requirements for each
programme will vary but consideration of your application will be based on a
combination of your formal academic qualifications and other relevant experience.
If you have prior certificated learning or professional experience which may be
equivalent to parts of this programme, the University has procedures to evaluate this
learning in order to provide you with exemptions from specified modules contained
within the curriculum. Please talk to us if you do not fit the standard pattern of entry
qualifications.
The University of Bradford has always welcomed applications from disabled
students, and these will be considered on the same academic grounds as are
applied to all applicants. If you have some form of disability you may wish to contact
the programme leader before you apply.
A typical offer to someone seeking entry through the UCAS scheme would be 220
points with GCSE Mathematics Grade C or equivalent. However, applications are
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welcome from mature students (those over 21 years of age on entry) and candidates
with non-standard qualifications or who, lacking academic qualifications, have
significant relevant experience. On completion of a UCAS form you will be invited to
the School for an Applicant Visitor Day when you will have the opportunity to meet
staff, view the facilities and discuss “the Bradford experience” with current students.
Learning Resources
The JB Priestley Library on the city campus and our specialist library in the School of
Management provide a wide range of printed and electronic resources to support
your studies. We offer quiet study space if you want to work on your own, and group
study areas for the times when you need to discuss work with fellow students.
Subject librarians for each School provide training sessions and individual guidance
in finding the information you need for your assignment, and will help you organise
your references properly.
Student PC clusters can be found in all our libraries and elsewhere on the campus.
Many of these are open 24/7. You can also use the University's wireless network to
access the internet from your own laptop. Most of our online journals are available
on the internet (both on and off campus), and you can also access your University
email account, personal information and course-related materials this way.
Staff are on hand during the daytime to help you if you get stuck, and there is a 24/7
IT helpline available.
Student Support and Guidance
Course Team
Support for you personally and in your course of study, will be provided both by the
University and the Course Team. You will be allocated a personal tutor who is
someone with whom you will be able to talk about any academic or personal
concerns. The School will ensure that there is someone available with whom you
feel comfortable to help and support you. You will be provided with a comprehensive
series of handbooks that you can consult on a range of learning issues and your
course tutors will be available to consult on subject specific queries.
Students’ Union
We value the feedback provided by students and collaborate with the Students’
Union, through a system of course representatives and formal staff student liaison
committees, so that any issues you wish to raise are addressed rapidly.
The Students’ Union and the University of Bradford work in partnership to provide
confidential counselling and welfare services where you can get help with any aspect
of your personal or academic life. Student Financial and Information Services
(based in the Hub) will provide you with information about a diverse range of issues
such as council tax, personal safety and tourist information. International Students
can access a range of additional advice and support services through the Student’s
Union.
Careers and Employability
The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability
and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available
throughout the course from Career Development Services including help to find part
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time work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies.
Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the
extensive resources on the web site www.careers.brad.ac.uk.
Discussing options with specialist advisers helps to clarify plans through exploring
options and refining skills of job-hunting. In most of programmes there is direct input
by Career Development Advisers into the curriculum or through specially arranged
workshops. These may take place as early as year 1, or may be achieved through a
customised Career and Personal Development module in year 2 or 3 which is
developed in close cooperation with the academic department. An annual First
Destination Survey leads to compilation of a report on the outcomes of all
programmes and to the development of an annually updated Traffic Light Analysis of
Employability which is used as a performance indicator.
Learner Development Unit (LDU)
The Learner Development Unit provides support in all aspects of academic, maths,
numeracy and interpersonal skills. A programme of interactive workshops is
delivered during both semesters which complements individual support available
from Advisers and the wide range of interactive online materials available from the
LDU website.
Disability
Disabled students will find a supportive environment at Bradford where we are
committed to ensuring that all aspects of student life are accessible to
everyone. The Disability Service can help by providing equipment and advice to
help you get the most out of your time at Bradford and is a place where you can
discuss any concerns you may have about adjustments that you may need, whether
these relate to study, personal care or other issues. For more information contact
the Disability Service by phoning: 01274 233739 or via email:
disabilities@bradford.ac.uk
University policies and initiatives
Ecoversity:
Ecoversity is a strategic project of the University which aims to embed the principles
of sustainable development into our decision-making, learning and teaching,
research activities campus operations and lives of our staff and students. We do not
claim to be a beacon for sustainable development but we aspire to become a leading
University in this area. The facilities we create for teaching and learning, including
teaching spaces, laboratories, IT labs and social spaces, will increasingly reflect our
commitments to sustainable development. Staff and student participation in this
initiative is crucial to its success and its inclusion in the programme specification is a
clear signal that it is at the forefront of our thinking in programme development,
delivery, monitoring and review. For more details see www.bradford.ac.uk/ecoversity
Further Information:
For further information, please check the University prospectus or contact
Admissions.
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The Admissions Office
The University of Bradford
Richmond Road
Bradford, BD7 1DP
+44 (0)1274 233054
http://www.brad.ac.uk/courses/
http://www.brad.ac.uk/ssis/social-sciences
The contents of this programme specification may change, subject to the University's
regulations and course approval, monitoring and review procedures.
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