Psychology degrees
Learn from internationally-recognised academics and work alongside them in a research-rich environment with specialisms in social and organisational psychology, psychopathology, human cognition, cognitive neuroscience and animal behaviour.
Study Psychology at the University of Exeter
The Department of Psychology has over 120 academic, research and clinical training staff and over 500 postgraduate students, including more than 400 students registered on accredited clinical training programmes.
Our staff are recognised internationally for their academic excellence, high-quality research and applied output. They actively research the areas of psychology they teach, so their expertise feeds directly into our research-led programmes.
We place a strong emphasis on your personal and professional development, as well as academic performance, and are committed to providing a friendly and stimulating intellectual environment.
Our Psychology degrees and courses
Our on-campus Psychology courses are taught on our Streatham Campus in Exeter.
Undergraduate degrees
Masters degrees and courses in Exeter
Other ways to study
We offer Postgraduate Research opportunities and a number of online masters-level courses in Psychology, as well as a Apprenticeship Levy funded Level 6 Certificate in Psychological Wellbeing Practice.
Clinical training
Clinical Education Development and Research (CEDAR)
CEDAR is an Applied Psychological Practice Centre of Excellence. We are one of the UK's largest providers of training in evidence-based psychological practice and therapies, working in the NHS and private practice.
Professional Doctorates in Clinical Psychology
Our Professional Doctorate programmes are different from conventional PhDs, which essentially offer training in academic research skills. Our programmes all include taught academic and clinical research modules as well as applied psychological practice (DClinPsy and DPPClinPrac) and leadership (DClinPsy and DClinRes).
Visit our clinical training webpages to find out more
Related subjects
Interested in studying psychology at Exeter? We also offer courses in subject areas such as Diagnostic Radiography, Healthcare and Medicine, Neuroscience, and Nursing. These degrees may better reflect your interests, strengths, or future career direction.
You can search a full list of subject areas taught at the University of Exeter.
Top 10 for Psychology in 3 major UK league tables
6th in the Guardian University Guide 2026; 9th in the Complete University Guide 2026; 10th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
Numerous external links with organisations including IBM, The Ministry of Defence, and a unique partnership with the NHS
11th in the UK for internationally excellent research in Psychology
REF 2021 based on 4* and 3* research, submitted to UoA4 Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience
155th in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and 170th in the THE World Rankings 2026
Frequently asked questions about studying Psychology
We've answered some of our most frequently asked questions below to help you decide if a psychology degree is right for you.
What career prospects would I have with a psychology degree from Exeter?
Studying Psychology develops your understanding of human behaviour, cognition and emotion, while building skills in research, data analysis, and communication. These abilities prepare you for a wide range of careers in health, education, business and other sectors that value insight into human behaviour and analytical thinking.
Psychology graduates from Exeter commonly work in the following sectors:
- Business Operations and Management
- Charities, NGOs, Development Work and International Relations
- Education and Teaching
- Health and Social Care
- Information, Advice and Guidance
- Marketing, Publishing and Journalism
- Politics, Government and Public Sector
Find out more about your future career with a degree in psychology.
Can international students apply to study Psychology?
Yes. Our international student community is part of what makes Exeter a top worldwide university. International students are welcome to apply for Bachelors (undergraduate) and Masters (postgraduate taught) degrees with us, as well as for postgraduate research opportunities.
For more information, visit our international students webpages.
My favourite module is Personality and Individual Differences. It’s an early lecture but I would never miss it because I always leave feeling happy. The depth that we go into and the discussions I’ve had with some of my lecturers have been so fascinating.
The lectures in second year are my favourite so far because we’ve started to focus more, rather than the introduction to Psychology in first year.
The Psychology group is incredibly close. I remember a point where I’d been struggling with statistics and a whole group pitched in to help. On results day I got the mark I wanted and had messages coming in from fellow students. That support made me fall in love with Exeter.
Alexandra
BSc Psychology, Streatham Campus
Lecturers are very friendly and always willing to help, which means there is always someone you can consult and learn from. I have also really appreciated the chance to choose some modules outside of Psychology. I think that my biggest highlight so far would have to be the hands-on experience in practical classes.
One in particular that stands out was looking at MRI scans and identifying areas of the brain, which was both fascinating and rewarding.
One of the main reasons I chose the University of Exeter was the course. Not only is it an undergraduate master’s degree, but it also incorporates work placements and allows me to get professional accreditation as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner.
Chris
MSci Applied Psychology (Clinical), Streatham Campus