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.

Feeling at home at Bath

Sasha Johnson talks about her first few weeks at Bath, explains how she became part of the student community, and shares her advice for new students.

Plant-based meat ‘healthier and more sustainable than animal products’ - new study

A new review from Dr Chris Bryant focuses on the health and environmental benefits of plant-based products, as well as consumer attitudes.

Many people are still shielding from COVID – and their mental health is getting worse

Dr Jo Daniels (Psychology) writes for The Conversation off the back of new research.

Research with Impact Podcast with Roland Pease: 'How do we get to net zero?'

In episode one of our Research with Impact podcast, Roland Pease discusses the route to net zero with three of the University’s world-leading experts.

Research reveals 'ugly truth' faced by doctors responding to Covid-19 on the frontline

A new study from Bath's Jo Daniels and Sophie Harris captures the scale of the challenge faced by healthcare professionals responding to the pandemic.

Climate change education: Which facts matter?

Blog: Katharine Lee discusses climate change education and why it should be taught across the curriculum, not just Geography and Science.

Report highlights need for greater support for individuals awaiting autism diagnostic assessment

The Westminster Commission on Autism report argues that people awaiting referrals for an autism diagnosis need more help and support.

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.

Get involved in an online wellness intervention study for university students: COMET-GB

Take part in our study which aims to improve our understanding of university students' wellbeing and mental health.

Learn how cognitive diversity influences your team’s decision-making

Take part in our research to improve your understanding of cognitive diversity within your organisation. You’ll receive MBTI standard composition reports.

High-strength cannabis linked to addiction and mental health problems

Largest ever study into the health effects of different types of cannabis highlights concerns about stronger forms of the drug.

Bath Psychology team smashes stereotypes at Royal Society Summer Showcase

Over 6,000 visitors attended last week’s Royal Society Summer Showcase at which Professor Greg Maio and Dr Lukas Wolf presented their research on public values.

Professor Deborah Wilson announced as new Dean of the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences

Professor Wilson will take up her role from 1 October 2022.

Who wants to be a billionaire? Most don’t – which is good news for the planet

A new study busts the long-held economic belief that humans are all motivated to want more and more, which could be important for sustainability policies.

Largest study to date reveals stark changes in brain structure for people with anorexia

New findings highlight clear differences in grey matter for people with anorexia nervosa and point to the importance of early treatment interventions.