BSc (Hons) Social and Therapeutic Interventions
| UCAS course code | BSTI |
| Institution code | S32 |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Course type | Full-time, Part-time route available |
| Study location | South Devon College (Paignton) |
University Centre South Devon (UCSD) is part of South Devon College. The University Centre is Gold award-winning overall for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and was rated as Gold for both Student Experience and Student Outcomes, the highest level of achievement possible. We work within a strong employability framework and offer a wide range of opportunities for progression into new employment or to further your existing career, through employer engagement, placements, and industry visits. We maintain the very highest academic standards while also nurturing your personal development. During your time with us we'll provide you with all the necessary guidance and advice to continue onto further study or the world of work with all the skills and experience needed for a successful future.
Course details
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Year 1
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Core modules
SOUD3092
Wellbeing in the Modern WorldStudents will apply and critically evaluate interventions informed by positive psychology and health psychology, to enhance wellbeing. Students will also be required to explore and critically evaluate modern therapeutic interventions, informed by the fields of counselling and psychology
SOUD3093
Tackling Social InequalityThis module will examine micro and macro factors that impact upon social inequality and will critically consider whether issues, which have been historically viewed in Western democratic societies as ‘private troubles’, should actually be regarded as public issues. Students will also consider how global citizenship could be applied to alleviate social issues
SOUD3094
Trauma, Victimology and Offending BehaviourThis module will provide students with the opportunity to develop a critical understanding of the impact of trauma on individuals. Victimology will be explored, along with the relationship between trauma and offending behaviour. Students will explore the physiological, cognitive and emotional consequences of trauma on individuals. They will then examine possible interventions that can be used to support those who have experienced trauma
SOUD3095
The Psychology of Social InteractionThis module will provide students opportunity to develop a critical understanding of intra and inter group interaction, and social identity from a psychological perspective. Students will explore debates informed by both classic theory and contemporary research, and understand how these are applied to real world situations and challenges at micro and macro levels
SOUD3096
Research DissertationStudents pursue an in-depth and critical investigation into their chosen line of inquiry. Students will gain first-hand experience of carrying out a piece of research and demonstrate a reflective understanding of the research process. Students will experience and solve a range of practical, methodological, conceptual and ethical problems, with ongoing support from their supervisor.
The modules shown for this course are those currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new modules. Please note that programme structures and individual modules are subject to amendment from time to time as part of the University’s curriculum enrichment programme and in line with changes in the University’s policies and requirements.
Fees, costs and funding
As this course is delivered by one of our partner institutions, please contact the institution directly for information on fees and funding.
Tuition fee price changes
In November 2024, the UK Government announced an increase to tuition fees and maintenance support for 2025/26 academic year, setting the standard tuition fee and student maintenance loan at £9,535 per year and the University’s tuition fees were increased to this rate.
The UK Government has indicated that further fee increases may be announced this year and in subsequent years. If the UK Government does so, the University may increase annual tuition fees in subsequent years, which may include the fees for the 2026/2027 academic year, in line with the Student Contract and all times in line with the maximum tuition fee caps set by the Government. More information about fees and costs of studying.
How to apply
All applications for undergraduate courses are made through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service).
UCAS will ask for the information contained in the box at the top of this course page including the UCAS course code and the institution code.
To apply for this course and for more information about submitting an application including application deadline dates, please visit the UCAS website.
Our partnership with South Devon College
The University of Plymouth has developed partnerships with institutions around the world with the sole purpose of making higher education more accessible to those people who need something just a little different.
Our Academic Partnerships enable students to enrol for a degree at a partnership institution closer to home, or engage in distance learning – even when they’re in the middle of the ocean. They are there for those people looking to return to education, or enhance their professional development. Full- or part-time; foundation degree to masters-level – we cater for a huge variety of needs and aspirations.
Many of our partners offer specialist degrees, unique facilities, and smaller class sizes at a competitive price. And as a student of two institutions, you get the best of both worlds; a supportive learning environment as part of a close-knit community, and a university-level qualification awarded by the University of Plymouth. You’ll enjoy not only the facilities and services your partnership institution provides, but also all of the additional support and resources you need from us, and you’ll automatically become a member of our Students’ Union, too.
We are continuing to grow the number of partner institutions and expand our academic community to new locations around the UK and overseas. Why not visit the Academic Partnerships page on our website for a full list of partners and for more details on studying with us?
One of our partners delivers this particular course – so please visit their website for full course details, entry requirements, tuition fees and information on what student life is like there.
Studying with South Devon College
At the heart of the sunny English Riviera, we’re an award-winning Beacon status college. Add to that our ‘outstanding’ rating by Ofsted (in 2009), modern facilities and our larger-than-life Students’ Union, and you’re left with the perfect environment.
