Psychology courses in the UK look at the scientific study of the mind, focussing on emotions, motivations and human choices through research, data analysis and case studies. If you are interested in studying psychology in the UK, you will need an IELTS score of at least 6.0 and A-levels in a science subject such as chemistry, physics or maths.
Psychology graduates can progress into a wide variety of different positions including clinical, educational and forensic psychology, or broader fields such as counselling, human resources and careers advisor.
Do you want to apply to study psychology? Learn more about the top five UK universities for psychology (2021 Guardian University Guide) below and arrange a free consultation with SI-UK Kenya today to get your application started.
Top Five UK Universities for Psychology
1. University of Cambridge
In the most recent QS World University Rankings by Subject, Cambridge was adjudged to be third best university in the world for the study of psychology. The Department's research has a major impact on the science of psychology and has been translated into many practical applications. In terms of degrees, the Psychological and Behavioural Sciences programme covers topics such as cognitive psychology, language and brain mechanisms.
- Undergraduate course to consider: Psychological and Behavioural Sciences
2. King's College London
Learning at King's College London is delivered by world experts, enriched by current research at the IoPPN, one of the world's leading centres for interdisciplinary research in psychiatry and psychology. Teaxhing on the BSc programme is designed to reflect the key role of psychology within interdisciplinary research, and you will be asked to apply insights from this research to a variety of contemporary problems.
- Undergraduate course to consider: Psychology BSc
3. University of St Andrews
The School of Psychology & Neuroscience at the University of St Andrews has a long and distinguished history and excellent modern facilities. The standard of research at the School has been rated as consistently excellent and they have been placed in the top category in every research assessment exercises undertaken, an achievement held by only three other departments of psychology in the UK. St Andrews is one of the oldest universities in the world (founded 1413) and the best ranked UK university in Scotland.
- Undergraduate course to consider: BSc (Hons) Psychology
4. University of Bath
The University of Bath Psychology Department is world-renowned for its excellence in both teaching and research. One of its key strengths is expertise in a broad spectrum of topics in psychology with people who work together across the traditional boundaries. Bath is a top ten UK university (Guardian University Guide 2021) as being in the top five for Graduate Prospects (Times & Sunday Times University Guide).
- Postgraduate course to consider: Psychology MSci (Hons) – 5 years including placement year
5. University of Oxford
Undergraduate psychology at the University of Oxford is taught as a scientific discipline and covers the core research areas of abnormal, biological, cognitive, developmental and social psychology in an intellectually stimulating manner. Oxford is one of the most famous universities in the world, and is currently ranked 1st in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020.
- Undergraduate course to consider: BA in Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics
Study Psychology in the UK
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