School of Psychology

Explore the science of the mind, brain and behaviour at Bangor University's School of Psychology. Through innovative research, inspiring teaching and specialist facilities, we're improving lives and preparing the next generation of psychologists.

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Excellence and impact About The School of Psychology

At Bangor University's School of Psychology, we explore how the mind, brain and behaviour shape health, wellbeing, learning and society. Through world-leading research and research-informed teaching, our experts are advancing knowledge, influencing practice and improving lives. Our supportive international community offers an inspiring environment to study, discover and succeed.

Study with Us: Explore the Human Mind at Bangor University

Our School brings together inspiring researchers, outstanding learning opportunities and strong connections with the wider world.

Researchers: Learn from internationally recognised psychologists working across neuroscience, brain health, language, literacy, development, decision-making and mental wellbeing, using world-class facilities to tackle important real-world challenges.
Learning opportunities: Benefit from research-informed teaching and a progressive pathway from undergraduate study through postgraduate and professional training, including the UK’s first Doctorate in Clinical Psychology programme.
Engagement with the world: Work with schools, government, health and education partners across Wales and beyond, translating psychological research into meaningful societal impact.

Our Courses

undergraduate psychology Degrees

postgraduate psychology Degrees

Psychology Postgraduate Research Degrees

Psychology Short courses and CPD

Sharing Psychology with Our Communities Outreach and Engagement

We work with schools, colleges and communities to inspire interest in psychology and share the real-world impact of our research. From campus visits and interactive workshops to talks delivered in schools and colleges, our outreach activities help make psychology accessible, engaging and relevant for learners at every stage.

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What Sets Psychology At Bangor Apart

4th

Bangor University was ranked 4th in the UK for the subject of Psychology in the Unifresher Rankings for 2027

100%

Overall Satisfaction for the Psychology with Clinical and Health Psychology programme (NSS 2026)

REF 2021

In the recent Research Excellence Framework Exercise, 86% of Psychology outputs were rated as either 3* or 4*, and we were ranked 17th in the UK for the societal impact of our research. Train alongside our active researchers and get involved!

Graduate Outcomes

94% of our graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of graduating, with 80% progressing into professional or associate professional roles and 75% securing highly skilled employment. (Graduate Outcomes)

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Our People

Our team of academic staff comes from all round the world, bringing diverse perspectives on teaching, learning, and research to the School.

Research Excellence and Impact

Our research spans cognitive and clinical neuroscience; brain health, rehabilitation and neurotechnology; language, communication and literacy; child development and learning; social cognition, decision-making and mental wellbeing. These themes are brought together through interdisciplinary collaborations that connect fundamental psychological science with real-world societal challenges across health, education and public policy.

State-of-the-Art Neurocognitive Facilities

Supported by an in-house, research-dedicated 3T MRI, multiple eye-tracking labs, high-density EEG, and MRI-guided stimulation techniques (TMS and tDCS).

Proven Societal Impact

Our work has a global impact. In the most recent Research Excellence Framework exercise, all of our research Impact was judged as being world-leading or internationally-excellent. Our evidence-based interventions help prevent violence against children; developing new technologies with and for people who stutter; and improving literacy education

Our Research Outputs

Search the Bangor University Research Portal (Pure) to explore our complete academic record. Access our extensive archive of published papers, journals, and active research projects generated across both institutes.

Supporting Literacy Learning

Our CAL:ON Cymru centre is a multidisciplinary team of researchers, students, and practitioners who are working to improve language and literacy outcomes for all children in Wales.