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Gain a stronger understanding of the processes that influence our thoughts, feelings and behaviour, with one of our psychological sciences courses at the University of West London.

Our psychology research facilities include high-tech brain imaging electroencephalogram (EEG), eye tracking equipment and a range of experiment and research software. We provide access and a high standard of support for the use of these facilities.

Our psychology degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). You can also choose to combine your studies with a related subject such as criminology or counselling theory.

Browse our full range of undergraduate and postgraduate psychological sciences degrees below to find out more, get to know our expert staff or explore where our psychology courses could take you.

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Find out more about our range of psychology courses at the University of West London.

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  • Why study a psychology degree at UWL?

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    Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) since 1986, our psychology degree is one of the longest-established in the UK. We offer longstanding expertise, inspiring teaching staff and a supportive learning environment, along with multiple opportunities for work experience in varied settings, which have included victim support schemes, after-school clubs and market research.

    You can combine your studies with a range of related subjects to enable you to focus on particular areas of interest.

    To find out more about what you’ll study and why you should choose the University of West London, browse our psychology degrees above.

  • What do you need to study psychology?

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    The entry requirements depend on the psychology course you’d like to apply for, so browse the relevant page above to find out what you’ll need for a successful application.

    If you do not have the grades or subjects required for our BSc (Hons) Psychology, you may be interested in applying for this course with a foundation year. This is a four-year course with an integrated foundation year to help you prepare for undergraduate-level work.

  • What can you do with a psychology degree?

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    Depending on the psychology degree you choose, you will be able to pursue a range of careers and psychology jobs after you graduate. These might include becoming an advice and/or guidance worker, counsellor or psychotherapist (with further training), human resources officer or researcher.

    To get a better idea of your career options, take a look at the dedicated page for the psychology course(s) that interest you.

    Additionally. as a student at the University of West London, you’ll be entitled to lifelong support from our careers service.

Where our psychology courses can take you

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Job roles

A psychology degree will prepare you for jobs and roles in many sectors, not just within the field of psychology.

Recent UWL psychology graduates have gone on to work in diverse areas such as:

  • research
  • sales
  • data analysis
  • teaching
  • psychotherapy
  • counselling
  • human resources
  • healthcare
  • life coaching
  • market research.

Psychology-related work experience is essential if you want to become a chartered psychologist. You could also continue your studies, specialising in an area of interest or exploring something new. Explore our postgraduate courses here.

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