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.
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News
Researchers test impact of school smartphone ban in new Channel 4 documentary
Thursday 12 September 2024
Psychologists at the University of York will test the impact that smartphones have on children’s behaviour in a new two-part documentary series for Channel 4.
Study uses Game of Thrones to advance understanding of face blindness
Tuesday 23 July 2024
Psychologists have used the hit TV series Game of Thrones to understand how the brain enables us to recognise faces.
National Student Survey shows strengths of psychology at York
Monday 15 July 2024
The results of the 2024 National Student Survey have revealed the strengths of the Department of Psychology in ‘Organisation and Management’, ‘Academic Support’ and ‘Teaching on my Course’.
