Our psychology courses

You can choose a psychology degree that’s right for you from our range of courses. And we offer you complete flexibility. We have undergraduate and postgraduate courses – and you can choose to study on campus, online, full time or part time. The majority of our psychology courses are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Our undergraduate psychology courses

In an ever-changing world where tomorrow's opportunities are constantly different from today's, there is a growing and global need for the professional application of psychological knowledge and theoretical understandings. We can help you develop the skills to seize those opportunities, opening doors to a variety of careers and making an impact within society.

Undergraduate psychology courses (on campus)

Our postgraduate psychology courses

Open up exciting new directions for your career and research pursuits as a psychologist with our innovative psychology courses. Be inspired by our expert teaching team whose influential research underpins the courses and brings a new dimension to your learning with many actively practising in the counselling and psychotherapy fields.

Postgraduate psychology courses (on campus)

Our online psychology courses

Our broad range of online psychology courses and degrees offer you a more flexible way to progress or get started in your psychology career. We were one of the first universities to offer an accredited online psychology degree (back in 2006) and we continue to be a leader in online psychology education today, providing high levels of support to our students.

Online psychology courses

Psychology student stories

How Daniel is attaining ALL of his goals

Daniel Lodge is realising his potential. He is a final-year BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology student with a passion for criminal justice proceedings and academia.

Building peace with the United Nations

Peacekeeping in some of the world’s most troubled regions inspired Marijn to study our MSc in Behaviour Change – and led to a rewarding role with the UN.

Helping Kelly exceed her expectations

For Kelly, studying online was her only option. And our online Psychology BSc (Hons) gave her self-belief - and a new passion.

What psychology research can you get involved in as a student?

Find out more about the range of research happening in the School of Psychology at the University of Derby.

Find out more about the range of research happening in the School of Psychology at the University of Derby.

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Psychology research stories

Teaching in a classroom setting
Maths anxiety: how to solve the problem

Psychology experts are leading a drive to raise maths attainment in education and improve numeracy skills in the workplace – by tackling the fear of maths affecting both children and adults.

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Championing deeper connections with nature

Our behavioural research is shaping national and international programmes which draw on the power of nature connectedness to improve mental wellbeing and encourage pro-environmental action.

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Harnessing compassion for mental health and wellbeing

Around one in 12 people suffer from a mental health disorder, making improving mental wellbeing a global priority. Our pioneering research has led to effective therapies and interventions.