UCP Psychosocial Studies

15/08/2025

🔍 Ever wondered why people think, feel, and act the way they do — and how society shapes it all?

Study Psychosocial Studies with us and explore:
✨ Social Psychology – how others influence our thoughts & behaviour
✨ Foundations in Sociology – see the world through a sociologist’s lens
✨ Introduction to Psychology – uncover the science of the mind
✨ Globalisation & Society – connect the local with the global
✨ Politics, Ideology & Society – understand power, justice & change
✨ Self & Identity – discover how who we are is shaped by culture and history

You’ll gain the skills to question the world, challenge assumptions, and make a difference — while building a degree that blends the best of psychology and sociology.

📚 Applications now open – your journey into understanding people and society starts here.

Call us on: 01733 838245
More info: https://www.ucp.ac.uk/discover/

https://www.ucp.ac.uk/courses/ba-hons-psychosocial-studies/

What is covered?Year one for full-time students (Level 4) Academic and Professional Skills for Social Scientists (30 credits) Foundations in Sociological Theory (15 credits) Introduction to Psychology (15 credits) Social Psychology (15 credits) Politics, Ideology and Society (15 credits) Psychosocia...

11/06/2025

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23/05/2025

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23/05/2025

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New Speaker Confirmed 📣

We’re thrilled to announce that Dr Alison Davies will be joining us at the Community and Social Research Conference on Thursday 19th June. Don’t miss the chance to hear her valuable insights!

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22/04/2025

📢 Call for Abstracts – Now Open!

Do you have research or grassroots work making a difference in Peterborough? Share your insights at the upcoming Community and Social Research in Peterborough Conference, hosted by Islah and University Centre Peterborough (UCP) on Thursday, 19 June 2025.

Catalysts for Change: Empowering Communities to Thrive

We’re looking for short, powerful presentations (10 minutes) showcasing local work and social research.

Submit a 250-word abstract detailing your project, findings or impact within Peterborough or the Greater Peterborough area.
📅 Deadline: 2nd May
📥 Email: [email protected] & [email protected]

22/04/2025

Our Community and Social Research Conference is back for 2025!

Save the date - Thursday 9th June, 9am-4pm,

If you would like to present, see more information here: https://www.ucp.ac.uk/news/community-and-social-research-in-peterborough-conference-2025/

If you would like to sign up for the event, go here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/community-and-social-research-in-peterborough-conference-2025-tickets-1312772059569?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you would like a little more confidence before you present, sign up to our workshop sessions here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/islahucp-conference-how-to-deliver-presentations-at-conferences-tickets-1312763313409?aff=oddtdtcreator and
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04/04/2025

The Peterborough Integrated Neighbourhood team in collaboration with local partners are hosting a Women’s Community Breakfast for women of Peterborough where attendees (100 spaces available) will have the opportunity to speak to a range of healthcare professionals including local GPs and Nurses around Women’s Health topics such as Breast Care, Cervical Screening and Menopause whilst benefitting from a free breakfast

Women's Community Breakfast: Be healthy, be happy
Come along to an educational morning on Sunday 6th April filled with great conversation, delicious breakfast, and expert health advice from local GPs and Nurses.
Main topics include:
• Breast Care
• Cervical Screening (smears)
• Menopause
Location: 2020 World Buffet, Peterborough, PE1 1FJ
Time: 09:30am – 11:30am
This free event is open to 100 women with prizes available on the day - so don't miss out and reserve your space today - Women's Community Breakfast: Be healthy, be happy at 2020 World Buffet event tickets from TicketSource https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/lcaituk/t-krnkovm

Let’s come together to celebrate and empower women’s health and wellbeing across Peterborough!
If you can’t make the event, please consider completing the Woman’s health survey: https://forms.office.com/e/0T0psiTWwm

06/01/2025

Hello,

Please can you help another student get participants for his dissertation? Please share on your socials!

His dissertation is: Assessing the role of higher education in contemporary Britain: an examination of its efficacy in facilitating social mobility

06/01/2025

Hello,

Could you please help a student get participants for her dissertation? Please share across your socials!

She is looking at Autism and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Women

08/11/2024

Join us for an engaging evening of entertainment, conversation, and refreshments, where we explore how the future of Britain is in our hands!

The Fête of Britain, organised by Hard Art in partnership with University Centre Peterborough and Peterborough Culture Forum, invites you to spark meaningful discussions.

Date: Wednesday 13th November 2024
Time: 4.30 pm to 7.30 pm

Come along to:
• Enjoy a cuppa and chat in our public living room ☕
• Create your own sweatshirt
• Write a speech that matters
• Discover how smiles could become the next global currency
• Make your voice heard
• Engage in shaping your future

We can’t wait to see you there!

29/05/2024

This event has been postponed. Stay tuned for the new date!

19/03/2024

Skills Building Workshop.

Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/2r736zt4