Summer School

Psychology

Experience student life in historic York and attend psychology-related study sessions on our city-centre campus.

Our course covers aspects of psychological science, which may include human cognition, cognitive neuroscience, social psychology, and clinical and forensic applications. Our academic staff are active researchers, with a range of specialisms including memory and language, body image and bullying, social influence and psychopathology. Their research informs their teaching, so you will learn about contemporary advances in the field and develop the skills to conduct your own research. You will have access to specialist laboratories and equipment including EEG, virtual reality headsets and eye trackers. The focus on research and data analysis skills throughout the courses prepares your future studies and beyond

Two-week programme

York campus

School – School of Education, Language and Psychology

Course Fees

£1,700 per person

Summer School Dates

Our 2023 summer school will run for two weeks from 03-14 July.

Course overview

This unique two-week opportunity is perfect for students interested in learning more about the theoretical and applied aspects of Psychology.

Throughout your time you will be accompanied by Global Guides, current students who are keen to share their University experience with you. Our guides will show you around our campus, the city of York, and trips further afield.

On this programme you will:

Attend psychology-related study sessions delivered by our experts on our city-centre campus
Work on a presentation informed by what you have learnt
Visit Yorkshire businesses linked to the programme content
Visit local attractions and international landmarks
Enjoy a fully rounded experience of student life in the city of York

Timetable

Morning

Each day, in the morning, you'll participate in academic sessions which explore a range of psychology subjects.

Example sessions include:

Classic studies in Psychology
Understanding evidence: science, myth and fake news
Contemporary debates in psychological science

Afternoon

After lunch we'll take you to key attractions in York. This will allow you to apply the knowledge from the morning's session in a practical capacity.

Example trips include:

Guided tour of York Minster – home of YSJ graduation ceremonies
Thackery Medical Museum in Leeds, visit their imaginative and exciting galleries, from the history of healthcare to the advances that have shaped the way we look after ourselves, and each other
Science and Media Museum, Bradford
York Dungeons

What's Included?

Accommodation

We'll provide 13 nights' accommodation for you in York city centre.

Meals

Each weekday you'll receive breakfast and lunch from our onsite canteen. In the evening you can explore the restaurants in York.

Activities

A number of offsite activities are included in the cost of our Summer Schools. Past visits include Castle Howard, The National Railway Museum and York Minster.