Psychology

Psychology is both an applied and academic field that studies the human mind and behavior. Research in psychology seeks to understand and explain thought, emotion and behavior. The Psychology programs at Kent give you a broad background in practical applications, experimental methodology, information technology and theory construction.

Why Study Psychology in UK Universities?

There are numerous very good reasons for choosing to study Psychology at a UK university:

• Psychology has links with a variety of disciplines such as the biological, computer and forensic sciences, as well as with the humanities such as sociology, philosophy and literature.
• Psychology course offers a conversion route into Psychology for students who hold an honors degree in a subject other than Psychology.

Course modules can include: Majors:

• Occupational Psychology
• Educations and Child Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Applied Psychology
• Psychology and Sociology
• Law and Psychology
• Computing and Psychology
• Psychology and Social Anthropology
• Rehabilitation Psychology
• Management Psychology
• Work and organizational Psychology
• Forensic Psychology

What qualifications do I need to study Psychology in the UK?

Postgraduate: A good honors degree.
Undergraduate: Completed High School (13 years of education).

Where Should I study Psychology?

UK institutions and universities which consistently appear top in the rankings for Psychology are:

• University of East London
• University of Kent
• University of Nottingham
• Brunel University
• London Metropolitan University
• Aston University
• University of surrey
• University of Southampton
• City University London
• University of Sheffield
• University of Northumbria
• University of Cardiff
• Kingston University
• Roehampton University
• University of York
• University of Essex
• West London College
• University of Bristol
• Loughborough University