School of Psychology

Leeds academics help develop a guide to portion control

Two University of Leeds researchers have been consulted on a new British Nutrition Foundation project to help guide people to healthly food portion sizes.

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Top 20 for Psychology in the UK

Complete University Guide 2019

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100% of our research had either ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ impact (REF, 2014).

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School of Psychology

The School of Psychology at Leeds is one of the country’s leading institutions within our field, both for our teaching and our research.

We’re committed to delivering a superb and rounded education, enriching our students and preparing graduates to excel in their careers. This commitment is reflected in our outstanding research, which spans key psychological questions across international public health and social issues such as childhood development, ageing and stress.

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Undergraduate

Benefit from award-winning teaching and an array of enrichment opportunities

Masters

Further develop your subject expertise and enhance your employability.

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Research degrees

Research alongside renowned experts in outstanding facilities.

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.

Dr Peter Gardner, Head of School

3rd

in the UK for student experience as the University of Leeds

Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2018

Top 20

for psychology in the UK

Complete University Guide 2019

Gold

Teaching Excellence Framework

as the University of Leeds, 2017

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 is chaired by the Dean of the Faculty, Professor Paul Stewart. The faculty committee works closely with the University Equality Policy Unit to promote the University Equality Objectives.