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School of Psychology Research

Academics in the School of Psychology are passionate about exploring the fascinating world of human behaviour through cutting-edge experimental research and practical application.

Our research investigates the cognitive, biological, developmental, and social dimensions of human behaviour, and has real-world impact in a range of clinical, health, occupational, and educational settings.

The research activity of the School reflects the diverse and interdisciplinary nature of scientific psychological inquiry. 

The results of the Research Excellence Framework 2021 indicate that 74% of our research activity has been rated internationally excellent or internationally significant. View the REF 2021 results.

All of our researchers apply and obtain ethical clearance for all types of research. View the details of our Research Ethics.

Driven by our core strengths and focused expertise, the School is structured into three distinct research groups.

Research groups

The research interests of the School of Psychology uses experimental and applied approaches to examine cognitive, biological, developmental, clinical, health and social processes of human behaviour.

Based on areas of particular strength and focus, the School is composed of three research groups:

Social and Applied Psychology

Developmental Psychology

Vision and Cognition