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School of Psychology

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We play a major role both regionally and globally. In the UK we are involved in training educational, clinical and counselling psychologists, while around the world our research is having a direct impact, attracting millions of pounds of funding and facilitating a stimulating research environment that inspires our students.

World-class research feeds into everything we do. Our BPS-accredited undergraduate degrees and postgraduate courses, including cognitive behavioural therapy training, span the key areas of contemporary psychology such as cognition, social, clinical, neuroscience, health and developmental. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), our research rated as world leading (100%) for its societal impact. Our research environment is rated as world leading and internationally excellent.

Our school

Explore everything we do, from taught courses and research, to news, events and policies.
Taught courses
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Taught courses

Discover our wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses
Postgraduate research

Postgraduate research

Contribute to the field of research in psychology by completing one of our PhDs or research degrees
Our research
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Our research

Learn more about our research and its impact in the field of psychology
Business services
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Business services

Learn how we can assist organisations in gaining competitive edge on problem solving. We offer methodologies and expertise, innovative ideas and advice.
News, events and seminars
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News, events and seminars

Find out what's going on at the school
Psychology research groups
Our groups, centres and institutes
  • Research laboratories

    World-class research laboratories including MRI, neurostimulation and virtual reality

  • Bronze Athena SWAN award

    We are committed to the Athena SWAN Charter that recognises a commitment to addressing gender inequalities

  • Strategic partnerships

    We work with NHS Trusts, schools, Government and industry and attract investment from all major research funders. 

My current research includes neuropsychological mechanisms in mood and anxiety disorders.
Professor Matthew Garner
Head of School
Those who have fully experienced a phenomenon have skills and knowledge that can be utilised in improving the quality of life for those still suffering.
Doctor Stephanie Barker
Teaching Fellow
My research over the past 30 plus years has improved understanding of the factors affecting sexual activities of young people and has been used to assist policy development in the fields of teenage pregnancy and STI reduction in the UK and other countries.
Professor Roger Ingham
Professor of Health Psychology
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Equality, diversity and inclusion
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Equality, diversity and inclusion

We're committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment. Our internal committee aims to embed these values across the school, working to align our policies with the University's overarching EDI strategy.
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Student office

Building 44, Highfield Campus, University of Southampton, SO17 1BJ
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We're open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, UK time

The Student Hub: 24/7 support

The Student Hub can be contacted 24 hours a day, seven days a week, by online chat, email or telephone.
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