Explore society and human behaviour with a BPS accredited degree
About the school
The School of Psychology is one of three within the Faculty of Social Sciences and Technology. It is home to over 100 academics who bring a mix of academic expertise and real-world practitioner experience. With more than 4,000 students enrolled in our psychology courses, we offer both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Our MSc in Business Psychology is dual-accredited by the BPS and the Association for Business Psychology (ABP).
Our vision is to help students thrive and succeed through 'real-world education': education driven by technology, shaped by employer needs, and designed around learners' lives. We offer numerous opportunities to build your skills, such as volunteering as a research or learning assistant. Our teaching integrates real-world examples so that you learn both the theoretical foundations of psychology and their practical applications.
If you want to become a psychologist, our undergraduate degrees and conversion master’s programmes can help you take the first step. For those looking to specialise, our MSc in Business Psychology provides a pathway to Stage 1 training as an Occupational Psychologist.
Alternatively, our Postgraduate Certificate in Neurodiversity allows students to deepen their understanding of neurodiversity within the workplace, education, and the criminal justice system.
Arden in numbers
90%+
student voice
90% of students feel heard in course design, and our MSc Business Psychology achieved 100% satisfaction in the PTES survey.
£61,000
earning potential
As a psychologist, you can expect to earn £46,000–£61,000, with salaries starting at £24,000 – a great opportunity for career growth.
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study locations
Study psychology online or at Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, and two London locations.
8,140
new roles needed
Health Education England estimates that 8,140 additional psychological professionals are needed.
Associate Professor Sophie Ward
Head of Department - Postgraduate
Dr. Leanne Rowlands
Head of Department - Blended Learning
Dr. Amy Hogan
Head of Department - Distance Learning
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Accrediting bodies and industry partners
The British Psychological Society (BPS)
Our BSc Psychology, BSc Psychology with Counselling, MSc Psychology, and MSc Business Psychology courses are accredited by The British Psychological Society, the representative body for professional psychologists in the UK.
The Association for Business Psychology (ABP)
Our MSc Business Psychology course is accredited by the Association for Business Psychology, which promotes professional excellence and demonstrates the effective application and impact of business psychology in the workplace.
