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Learn at the forefront of neuroscience research

MSc Applied Neuroscience led by the Psychology department gives a great insight into neuroscience in real world settings, and is taught by leading neuroscientists using cutting-edge equipment.

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Dr. Danijela Serbic receiving the 2023 Higher Education Psychology Teacher of the Year Award

Dr. Danijela Serbic, a senior lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Royal Holloway, University of London, has received the 2023 Higher Education Psychology Teacher of the Year Award.

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Royal Holloway to lead ESRC Doctoral Training Network partnership

The SEDarc will focus on the training of five cohorts of PhD students in challenge-led themes that reflect some of the most pressing social science concerns

Our world-class research and award-winning teaching makes us one of the top Psychology departments in the country.

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  • Applied Psychology

    3 years full time

    BSc C804

    Psychology

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    BSc C807

    Psychology

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    BSc C806

    Psychology

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    3 years full time

    BSc C800

    Psychology

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    BSc C805

    Psychology

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    3 years full time

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    Law and Criminology

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    Psychology

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    Psychology

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    “My research is finding an explanation for the way we see things and interact with today’s world.”