School of Psychology
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Our Head of School Excellence Scholarship is awarded to successful overseas applicants who achieve AAA or above at A level.
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The School of Psychology at Leeds is a dynamic, research-based learning environment marked by excellence, innovation and partnership. Together we provide a vibrant and proactive learning community dedicated to making a contribution to society. We translate world leading research into real world impact which has resulted in innovative solutions positively impacting those around us
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in the UK for graduate experience as the University of Leeds
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5th
in the UK for graduate recruitment
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Top 100
World top 100 university
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Research and Innovation
We've developed an international reputation for our research expertise, tackling major psychological issues such as healthy living, childhood development, ageing and memory. Through our world-class facilities and leading research staff, we collaborate across the UK and the world to have a real impact on society.
Equality and Inclusion
The School of Psychology is committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all our staff and students.
The Faculty Equality and Inclusion committee meets termly and works closely with the University Equality Policy Unit to promote the University Equality Objectives.

FMH and University Partnership Award Winners 2023
We are delighted to announce the winners of the 2023 Faculty of Medicine and…
Tuesday 16 May 2023
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Civic Award Winners 2023
The School of Psychology has announced its Civic Award winners for 2022-23.…
Wednesday 10 May 2023
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Virtual patient teaches real-life mental health skills
Extended-reality assisted clinical training in perinatal mental health has…
Monday 3 April 2023
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First-wave COVID-19 linked to long-term depressive symptoms
People who reported contracting COVID-19 early in the pandemic were twice as…
Friday 9 December 2022
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