Psychology
Our students and academics work together across disciplines to develop insights into society.
Accredited
Our degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society.
Facilities
Our facilities include the latest in psychological testing equipment, including eye tracking and EEG scanners.
TEF Gold
BCU was awarded the highest possible rating of Gold for Student Experience in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023.
31,000+ students
from around 120 countries study at BCU.
We’re focused on understanding relationships inequalities, crime, health behaviours and mindfulness to explore how Psychology can promote change in the real-world. For us the big picture is everything. Our teaching and your learning are intertwined with research, and connections with communities to see how Psychology can benefit people.
We are proudly rooted in a vibrant, diverse, and transformed city which allows us to explore cross-cultural patterns of behaviour and develop a deeper understanding of the world. We apply our research in real-world settings nationally and internationally, working with charities, prisons, hospitals, schools, and the police to understand and influence social change. We encourage our students to explore all areas of Psychology, to discover and critically analyse the constantly changing world around them.
Our Courses
Foundation Year courses
Our Foundation Years offer you an additional year of study to ensure progression to your chosen degree.
Undergraduate courses
Find out about our range of undergraduate courses for Psychology.
Postgraduate courses
Take a look at the Psychology postgraduate courses and research degrees available.
Explore BCU
Take a virtual tour of your subject facilities and spaces that would be part of your daily life as a student at Birmingham City University.
Our research
Our research seeks to make sense of the world, and spans to create real-world impact across themes of psychology from forensics to research into eating and behaviour change.
Explore Psychology
Facilities
Take a look around the facilities available to you as a Psychology student at BCU.
Our staff
When you study your degree with us, you will enjoy a wealth of expertise from those in your relevant field.
Our graduates
We're proud to boast an alumni community of more than 200,000 graduates in 120 countries across the world.
Working in Industry
If you choose to study at BCU, you will get the chance to work with industry, where you'll gain valuable experience.
Blog
Check out our blog where we share our experiences and visionary ideas with each other, the industry and the world.
Interviews
Some of our postgraduate courses require interviews. Get some advice and guidance about how to prepare.
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News
There is always something happening around the University and our latest news is a great way to find out what's going on.
Placements
You may be required to undertake a placement as part of your course, or offered the opportunity to do so voluntarily during your time at BCU.
Living in Birmingham
Whether you’re moving to Birmingham or you’re a Brummie at heart, there’s so much to student life here to explore, no matter which campus you're based at.
Open Days
The best way to explore what's on offer is to come and see us. Our in-person events provide the perfect opportunity to chat to our staff and students, and check out our state-of-the-art facilities.