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The Department of Psychology is 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. 

Choosing your modules

In general, we advise visiting students to choose from first-year modules. Depending on a student's prior training, second or third-year modules can be taken upon agreement with the hosting officer. This list is indicative of the type of modules which may be available during your study period. Please note that not all modules advertised in the module catalogue are available to exchange and visiting students.

Module choice and registration should take place as soon as possible upon discussion with the hosting supervisor. Learning agreements (if applicable) cannot be signed until this meeting has taken place.

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component (the language requirements are part way down the page. The other requirements are not applicable).  

For more information see our undergraduate English language requirements.

Teaching schedule

You can study in our department for the following periods only:

  • Full academic year
  • Semester 1 only
  • Semester 2 only

Examination and assessment

Assessment is by mainly by examination during the Common Examination Periods at the end of each semester.

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Contact us

Silvia Gennari
International Officer

silvia.gennari@york.ac.uk

Related links

Department of Psychology

Undergraduate modules

Module Code Module Description Year / Stage Semester Assessment Type Credits ECTS
PSY00019C Brain and Behaviour I 1 1 1 x exam, 2 x practical reports 20 10
PSY00017C Social, Personality and Abnormal Psychology I 1 1 1 x exam, 1 essay, 1 group project 20 10
PSY00018C Research Methods in Psychology I 1 1 1 x exam, MCQ tests 20 10
PSY00016C Perception and Cognition I 1 2 1 x exam, 1 x practical report, 1 x critical analysis 20 10
PSY00015C Language and Development I 1 2 1 x exam, 1 x essay, 1 x group project 20 10
PSY00014C Applying Psychology 1 2 1 x exam, 1 group project 20 10

Contact us

Silvia Gennari
International Officer

silvia.gennari@york.ac.uk

Related links

Department of Psychology