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The Department of Psychology is a friendly, stimulating and supportive environment for students where science flourishes. We’re one of the world’s top psychology departments, excelling in both teaching and research. 

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component (the language requirements are part way down the page. The other requirements are not applicable).  

For more information, see our undergraduate English language requirements.

Choosing your modules

You can view the department’s modules in the module catalogue. To help you get started, we have written a short guide on how to use the module catalogue.

In general, we advise Visiting Students to choose from first year modules. However, you might be able to take second or third year modules if you have completed the necessary studies.   

Teaching schedule

You can study in our department for the following periods only:

  • Full academic year
  • Semester 1 only
  • Semester 2 only

Examination and assessment

Assessment is by mainly by examination during the Common Examination Periods at the end of each semester.

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Contact us

Silvia Gennari
International Officer

silvia.gennari@york.ac.uk

Related links

Department of Psychology

Undergraduate modules

The list below shows our modules for 2024/25. Our 2025/26 modules will be available soon in the module catalogue.

Filters
Module Code Module Description Year / Stage Semester Credits ECTS
PSY00019C Brain and Behaviour I 1 1 20 10
PSY00017C Social, Personality and Abnormal Psychology I 1 1 20 10
PSY00018C Research Methods in Psychology I 1 1 20 10
PSY00016C Perception and Cognition I 1 2 20 10
PSY00015C Language and Development I 1 2 20 10
PSY00014C Applying Psychology 1 2 20 10

Contact us

Silvia Gennari
International Officer

silvia.gennari@york.ac.uk

Related links

Department of Psychology