Our academics are passionate about applied research. The curriculum benefits from their expertise in addictive and health behaviours, applied developmental cognition, investigative forensic psychology and lived experiences in mental health and distress.
Our graduates go on to pursue careers in clinical, forensic and counselling psychology, teaching, the probation service, court services, human resources and business. Psychology graduates are generally highly regarded by employers for their communication, numeracy, teamwork and critical thinking.
As part of their studies, our psychology students conduct a range of research projects, and value the support of volunteers to take part in their research. Find out more about the range of projects currently recruiting volunteers.
The Division runs a successful voluntary work placement schemes that help students find and prepare for part-time voluntary work at organisations including:
We provide careers support and advice throughout the time that students study with us and beyond. We organise various careers activities such as work placements, talks and seminars in collaboration with many organisations, including the Metropolitan Police, the NHS and the British Psychological Society (BPS). We hold an annual careers fair for second and third year students and work closely with our alumni who have gone on to build successful careers in psychology.
Undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses in psychology that cover a wide range of specialisms including: child development psychology; clinical psychology; social psychology; investigative forensic psychology; addiction, addictive behaviours and therapies; and mental health and cognitive behavioural therapy.
PhD research degrees are available and are supported by a supervisor, an expert in the field.
A broad range of specialist Continuing Professional Development CPD short courses are also available for up-skilling professionals working in psychology-related fields.
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip), Masters (MSc) Addiction Psychology and Counselling course; a route to counselling accreditation.
View courseUndergraduate BSc (Hons) Psychology degree; the first step to becoming a psychologist. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
View courseA member of staff, expert in the chosen field, is directly responsible for guiding and supporting your research programme. Offered full-time and part-time.
View courseThe Psychology MSc is a conversion course for individuals already possessing an undergraduate degree in another field, but who wish to develop a professional career in Psychology.
View courseThis course offers the chance to gain expertise and theoretical understanding of psychology, supported by the development of practical skills and a relevant clinical placement.
View courseUndergraduate BSc (Hons) Psychology degree; the first step to becoming a psychologist. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
View courseUndergraduate BSc (Hons) Psychology degree; the first step to becoming a psychologist. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
View courseUndergraduate BSc (Hons) Psychology degree; the first step to becoming a psychologist. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
View courseUndergraduate BSc (Hons) Psychology degree; the first step to becoming a psychologist. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
View courseA member of staff, expert in the chosen field, is directly responsible for guiding and supporting your research programme. Offered full-time and part-time.
View courseUndergraduate BSc (Hons) Psychology degree; the first step to becoming a psychologist. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
View courseUndergraduate BSc (Hons) Psychology degree; the first step to becoming a psychologist. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
View coursePsychology students benefit from strong practical facilities to conduct scientific testing. The division's laboratory complex contains the latest computer and experimental equipment and has its own dedicated reference library.
The Psychology laboratory is located on the fifth floor of the Joseph Lancaster Building and has the following features:
The labs also include seminar rooms, a workshop, storage areas, a preparation area and a laboratory office. There are two drop-in sessions per day for students to access technical and learning support from our highly professional technicians who are on hand to help.
We use a web-based software package to advertise experiments and issue credit(s) for the departmental Research Participation Scheme (RPS). The experiment management system offers an easy way for participants from across the University to sign up for studies. This software helps to increase awareness and participation in our studies, therefore increasing the reliability of our experiments.