Go further with psychology
From psychology to a wealth of career options
Learn from leading researchers and clinicians at Manchester who are making exciting discoveries in the fields of psychology and mental health.
Earn a British Psychological Society (BPS)-accredited degree from an internationally-recognised university and graduate with transferable skills.
If you want to broaden your university experience, you can choose to swap some of your psychology units for ones in business and management, foreign languages, or other subjects available from our University College for Interdisciplinary Learning.
Explore your interests
Placement options
Go on placement and add valuable work experience to your CV.
Elect for a 30-hour integrated placement in second year (BSc Psychology only) or a take on a full-time, year-long placement in third year.
Our placement partners include the NHS, local schools and colleges, voluntary organisations and businesses.
Study abroad
With the option to study abroad offered to all undergraduate students who meet our progression criteria, take the opportunity to learn in one of our overseas partner institutions in Canada, Australia, Spain and the United States.
From our students
Why I chose to study psychology at Manchester
BSc Psychology student Luke tells us why he chose the subject.
Read the blog : Why I chose to study psychology at Manchester
The parts of a Psychology degree nobody talks about
Rana reflects on some often-overlooked aspects of the Psychology course.
Read the blog : The parts of a Psychology degree nobody talks about
My experience of the BSc Psychology course at Manchester
Final-year Psychology student Miriam reflects on why she chose the subject and her experience at Manchester.
Read the blog : My experience of the BSc Psychology course at Manchester
My journey from Syria to studying psychology at Manchester
Syrian student Sedra explains why she's studying psychology at Manchester, and the highlights of the course so far.
Read the blog : My journey from Syria to studying psychology at Manchester
Opening doors with my BSc in Psychology
Mursheda talks about the opportunities offered by the Manchester Psychology degree.
My neurospsychology research placement year at Manchester
Luke delves into his placement year on the Psychology course.
Read the blog : My neurospsychology research placement year at Manchester
How to access support during your studies
BSc Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology student Charlotte explains the different sources of support for students.
Read the blog : Pride and the fear of asking for help: how to access support during your studies.
Careers
Improve your employability
Employment-focused units and work placements will enhance your teamwork, communication and leadership skills.
Our graduates go on to work in marketing, advertising, journalism, management, research, teaching, policing, nursing, counselling and social work.
All of our undergraduate psychology degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society - the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.
From our students
From Psychology graduate to Senior Forensic Psychologist
Lauren talks about her career since completing her BSc and MSc at Manchester.
Read the blog - From Psychology graduate to Senior Forensic Psychologist
Exploring my passion for health psychology
Rupy reveals how her BSc in Psychology led her into a career that she loves.
Pursuing my childhood dream of becoming a clinical psychologist
Corah talks about her journey from Manchester into her dream job.
Read the blog - Pursuing my childhood dream of becoming a clinical psychologist
How I became a police inspector
Adeeb explains his path into West Midlands Police from his BSc in Psychology.
Facilities
Zochonis Building refurbishment
Reopening in early 2027, the refurbished Zochonis Building will offer specialist research facilities and modern teaching rooms designed for psychology students.
You’ll also benefit from welcoming spaces to study and socialise, giving you the facilities and support you need to develop your skills and succeed.
Courses
Psychology degrees
There are two psychology courses for you to choose from.
Related subject areas
Making an application
Apply for psychology courses
If you have any questions, email us at ug.psychology@manchester.ac.uk.
BSc Psychology
If you’re ready to apply to the Psychology degree at Manchester, here’s what you need to know.
BSc Cognitive neuroscience and psychology
If it's a cognitive neuroscience and psychology degree at Manchester you're interested in, here’s the information you need.
Contact us
Have any questions? Get in touch.
Course enquiries - BSc Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology
Tel: +44 (0)161 529 4563
In the Biosciences section
Undergraduate information
There's more to discover about becoming an undergraduate on our Faculty and main University websites. Here are some links to get you started.