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BSc in Social Sciences – Applied Psychology & Human Resource Management

The Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Social Sciences: Applied Psychology & Human Resource Management at UCCI prepares students to understand and manage people effectively within organizations and communities.

Key Facts about the Programme

Programme Duration

2 years (full-time)

Semesters Offered

Primarily begins in the Fall semester

Total Credits Required

64 credits

Accreditation

Recognized, with transferability to relevant degree programmes locally and internationally.

NOTE

This is the 2nd two years of a 4-year bachelor’s degree. Students MUST complete an associate’s degree at UCCI or transfer an equivalent degree from another institution.

Degree Plan

Year 1 - Fall

  • PSY 304 - Introduction to Social Psychology (3 credits)
  • HRM 301 - Strategic Human Resource Management (3 credits)
  • PSY 320 - Introduction to Industrial & Organisational Psychology (4 credits)
  • POL 303 - Introduction to Political Analysis (3 credits)
  • ENG 301 - Advanced Writing Skills (3 credits)

Year 1 - Spring

  • HRM 305 - Employee Training & Development (3 credits)
  • HRM 303 Employment Law (3 credits)
  • SOC 301 - Classics of Social Theory (3 credits)
  • SOC 300 - Philosophy & Methods of Social Sciences (3 credits)
  • Elective – Social Science (3 credits)

Summer 1

  • SOC 305 - Research Methods in the Social Sciences (3 credits)

Year 2 - Fall

  • PSY 404 - Contemporary Issues in Social Psychology (3 credits)
  • HRM 401 - Performance Management (3 credits)
  • PSY 420 - Drugs & Behaviour (3 credits)
  • PSY 350 - Abnormal Psychology (3 credits)
  • Elective - Social Science (3 credits)

Year 2 - Spring

  • HRM 403 - Compensation Strategies (3 credits)
  • PSY 450 - Introduction to Counselling Theories (3 credits)
  • HRM 405 - International Human Resource Management (3 credits)
  • PST 380 - Community Psychology (3 credits)
  • HRM 406 - Research Project in Human Resource Management (3 credits)

Core Courses

PSY 304

Introduction to Social Psychology

PSY 320

Introduction to Industrial & Organizational Psychology

PSY 404

Contemporary Issues in Social Psychology

PSY 420

Drugs & Behaviour

PSY 350

Abnormal Psychology

PSY 450

Introduction to Counselling Theories

PST 380

Community Psychology

HRM 301

Strategic Human Resource Management

HRM 305

Employee Training & Development

HRM 303

Employment Law

HRM 401

Performance Management

HRM 403

Compensation Strategies

HRM 405

International Human Resource Management

HRM 406

Research Project in Human Resource Management

SOC 300

Philosophy & Methods of Social Sciences

SOC 301

Classics of Social Theory

SOC 305

Research Methods in the Social Sciences

POL 303

Introduction to Political Analysis

Additional Requirements

Social Science Requirement I & II

Two Science Science Requirements: Each 3–4 credits (total 6–8 credits), chosen with advisor approval.
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Future Jobs & Salary Scales

The Bachelor of Science in Social Sciences: Applied Psychology & Human Resource Management at UCCI provides a strong interdisciplinary foundation for students interested in understanding human behaviour and managing people effectively in the workplace. Combining psychological principles with practical human resource strategies, the programme prepares graduates for professional roles in organizational development, employee relations, and workforce management, or for advanced study. UCCI graduates are well-equipped to contribute meaningfully to healthy, productive, and people-focused organizations in the Cayman Islands and beyond.

Role: Manages recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and HR policy implementation. Supports workforce planning and organizational development initiatives.

Salary Range:

  • Entry-level: $50,000–$60,000 USD
  • Mid-career: $65,000–$75,000 USD
  • Advanced: $85,000+ USD

Role: Leads recruitment strategies, candidate screening, interviewing, onboarding processes, and employer branding initiatives.

Salary Range:

  • Entry-level: $52,000–$62,000 USD
  • Mid-career: $68,000–$78,000 USD
  • Advanced: $90,000+ USD

Role: Designs and delivers employee training programmes, professional development workshops, and performance improvement initiatives using psychological principles.

Salary Range:

  • Entry-level: $50,000–$60,000 USD
  • Mid-career: $65,000–$75,000 USD
  • Advanced: $85,000+ USD

Role: Applies psychological and behavioural science principles to improve organizational culture, employee engagement, leadership effectiveness, and change management processes.

Salary Range:

  • Entry-level: $55,000–$65,000 USD
  • Mid-career: $70,000–$85,000 USD
  • Advanced: $95,000+ USD

Role: Manages employee relations issues, performance appraisal systems, conflict resolution processes, and workplace well-being initiatives.

Salary Range:

  • Entry-level: $52,000–$62,000 USD
  • Mid-career: $68,000–$78,000 USD
  • Advanced: $90,000+ USD

Potential Employers in the Cayman Islands

Employment Sectors & Organizations

  • Ministry of Investment, Innovation and Social Development
    Opportunities in workforce development, labour policy, organizational planning, and public sector HR support.
  • Civil Service Human Resources Department
    Roles in recruitment, training and development, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development across government entities.
  • Cayman Islands Health Services Authority
    Positions supporting human resources management, staff development, employee wellbeing, and applied psychology initiatives within healthcare settings.
  • Cayman Islands Monetary Authority
    Opportunities in human resources, organizational compliance, talent management, and corporate training.
  • Private Sector Companies
    Roles across financial services, tourism, retail, construction, and professional services in HR management, recruitment, and employee relations.
  • Human Resources & Management Consulting Firms
    Careers in organizational consulting, training facilitation, employee engagement, and applied workplace psychology.
  • Non-Governmental and International Organizations
    Positions in people management, programme coordination, staff development, and organizational effectiveness.