Applicants

Students at the School of Psychology at the University of Kent.

Applicants

You've taken your first step to starting your journey in the School of Psychology, the next step is making us your firm choice. 

We know it's a big decision, so here is everything you need to know so you can be as sure about us, as we are about you.

So, what makes us unique?

We are a welcoming and inclusive community, supporting our students to achieve their goals. Our excellent links with industry ensure that you develop the skills you need to be successful in your career.

World-leading research

We are a leading centre of research and teaching in theoretical and applied psychology.
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Meet the School of Psychology

Take a tour with Kent students Jacy, Charlotte and Pierce
Virtual experience
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Taking the first step

Zara's year working in the NHS gave her a taste of her future career and confirmed that working with young people is what she wants to do
Finding your placement
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But don't just take our word for it.

Hear from our graduates

I loved the strong sense of academic community – everyone was so supportive, and it really felt like we were all in it together.

Tom Freeston, Psychology
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But don't just take our word for it.

Hear from our graduates

My favourite thing about Kent was how passionate lecturers were for their subject and how much they would help you to follow your own interests

Jack, Psychology
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But don't just take our word for it.

Hear from our graduates

we were always engaging in some sort of activity. I love that we didn’t just sit in lectures all day, but we actually got to work on real life projects

Catalina, Psychology
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Any questions?

Why not ask people who have seen it all?

If you have any questions about your course, or student life at Kent. Who better to ask than the academics who teach it and the students who have lived it?

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Come and see for yourself

Even if you've seen campus before, it can't hurt to take a second look! There is so much to discover and you'll be guided by students who can answer any questions and show you the best spots on campus!  

Offer Holder Days

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Global leaders

Kent is in the top 100 for psychology in the QS World Rankings by Subject 2024.

Research with impact

Following the most recent REF, Psychology at Kent was ranked in the Top 50 in the world and 6th in the UK in the Times Higher Education.

Facilities with your learning in mind

90% of our Psychology students were positive about the learning resources for their course. (NSS 2024)

Quality, assured

We have 25 years’ continuous accreditation by The British Psychological Society. So when we say we are a leading school, you don't just have to take our word for it!

High rankings

Psychology at Kent was ranked 33rd out of 118 in The Complete University Guide 2025.