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Department of Psychology 

We are a friendly, stimulating and supportive environment for students where science flourishes. We’re one of the world’s top psychology departments, excelling in both teaching and research.

Undergraduate study

Seminars and events

Tue
18
Feb
Tue
25
Feb

How to study language learning in the lab: It's best to act natural

4.00PM, PS/B/020

Professor Padraic Monaghan, Lancaster University

Tue
4
Mar

Gradients of Semantic Cognition

4.00PM, PS/B/020

Professor Beth Jefferies, University of York

Postgraduate study

News

Interview with Dr Heidi Baseler

Friday 31 January 2025

On the 5 year anniversary since the first COVID-19 cases were detected in the UK, ITV is airing an interview with our faculty member Dr Heidi Baseler.


Psychology at York ranks =65th in Times Higher Education World University Rankings by subject, 2025

Thursday 23 January 2025

We have been ranked 65th for psychology in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by subject. The ranking recognises the quality of our courses, and the experiences and opportunities they provide to our students.


Study to inform government on impact of smartphones and social media on young people

Thursday 16 January 2025

Researchers are to look at the links between children’s mental health and smartphone and social media use as part of a Government commissioned research project.