Undergraduate courses in psychology

Our degrees provide you with a solid grounding across the psychology discipline, with particular focus on cognitive, health, social and clinical psychology.

Taught postgraduate studies in psychology

We offer a range of taught postgraduate options at master's level.

Department of Psychology postgraduate research

View our MPhil, PhD and professional doctorates courses in the Department of Psychology.

Foundation Systemic Theory and Practice course

Gain a solid foundation in systemic theory and develop systemic skills you can use in your own work setting.

Good Practice in Autism Education

Autism is a highly varied condition and can be associated with exceptional academic ability to intellectual disability. Explore this in our free online course.

How Bath virtual reality research is opening doors: Ben explores VR at Bath

Recent psychology graduate, Ben Cachin, reflects on Virtual Reality research at Bath by speaking to researchers leading the way in this area.

UK public is becoming more ‘carbon capable’ – here’s what that means

In an article for The Conversation, Professor Lorraine Whitmarsh discusses how the UK public is becoming more "carbon capable".

Just 10 minutes of mindfulness daily boosts wellbeing and fights depression

New research reveals how short bursts of daily mindfulness can boost wellbeing, combat depression and anxiety, and inspire healthier lifestyle choices.

Most US voters agree on basic human values – so is polarisation exaggerated?

A surprising number of US Democrats and Republicans agree on their fundamental values – with important consequences for feelings of hope about the future.

Children with conduct disorder show widespread brain structural differences

Conduct disorder in young people is linked to brain surface area differences compared to typically developing children - new international study

Children of the 90s Study: High-THC Cannabis Varieties Twice as Likely to Cause Psychotic Episodes

New study suggests high-potency cannabis use between 16-18 doubles the risk of psychotic experiences from 19-24, compared to lower-potency use in young adults

Cornwall embraces e-bikes to cut carbon emissions and boost health and wellbeing

Cornwall's e-bike surge, a trial by the University of Bath & Cornwall Council, reduces car trips by 28%, promoting health and easing congestion

What is the Online Safety Act and why have riots reopened debates about it?

Drs Olivia Brown and Alicia Cork explain the impact of the Online Safety Act and why social media's role in far-right riots are putting it under the spotlight.

People tend to be less green on holiday – here’s how to change that

Professor Lorraine Whitmarsh from the Department of Psychology reflects on Copenhagen recently announcing it will start rewarding tourists for going green.

US election: voters are less divided than often thought on major issues

Dr Lukas Wolf from the Department of Psychology unpacks his new research on Republican and Democratic voter values

Help us research cannabis use in adults with and without ADHD

We need volunteers with and without attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to take part in our study into people’s perceptions of cannabis use.

Help us research the effects of stress and mindfulness on decision-making

We need volunteers to be part of our research study into the impact of stress and mindfulness on decision-making. You’ll receive £12 for completing the study.

Modern Slavery and Trafficking Survivors: Albanian mothers’ experiences of parenthood in the UK

A study to explore the experiences of parenthood of Albanian mothers who have survived human trafficking and modern slavery.

Independent expert group calls for urgent climate action in Wales

Wales must significantly ramp up its climate ambitions to hit net zero by 2035 according to a new report supported by Professor Lorraine Whitmarsh.

University of Bath receives grant to study impact of spinal sarcomas on mental health

The University of Bath has received funding by the Bone Cancer Research Trust to explore the effect of spinal sarcomas on patient mental health

First Media Fellows from the University of Bath revealed

The Fellows will work reporting on science, learning how the media works from inside a newsroom.

Sporting Horizons: University of Bath Hosts Event on the Future of Sport

The University of Bath will bring together sports luminaries, Olympians, esteemed researchers, and our vibrant university community for an exploration of sport

Six subjects earn top 100 status in latest World University Rankings

Bath is named one of the world’s best places to study subjects including architecture, development studies and business, retaining a top 10 position for sport