Psychology Department

We welcome you to the challenging, yet fascinating, discipline of psychology. Our department is strongly committed to excellence in research and teaching. We aim at making a difference to society through our work.
More about the Department
Accreditation and Recognition
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Our graduates are awarded the globally-recognised degree of the University of York and thus may pursue successful careers in Europe and abroad.
Information about the degree and formal qualifications our graduates receive For Greek graduates only: Recognition of degrees |
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Our Psychology graduates can register to the HCPC and officially receive the title of Practitioner Psychologist in the UK Our Graduates of Bachelor in Psychology who continued their studies to Masters level and have been awarded our MSc in Counselling Psychology (along with adequate practical experience in a related field) or our MA in Counselling Psychology with a Practicum, can apply for registration to the Health and Care Professions Council – HCPC through the International route and may also acquire the Europsy certificate in Psychology, by the European Federation of Psychologists Associations (EFPA). Read more. |
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British Psychological Society Accreditation (BPS) The BSc (Hons) in Psychology programme offered by the Psychology Department of CITY College, is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Our Psychology BSc graduates are eligible to seek graduate membership (MBPsS) of the British Psychological Society (BPS). |
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BACP Organisational Membership The Psychology Department of CITY College is Organisational Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). |
Learning and Research Facilities
Neuroscience Research Centre (NEUREC)
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Bachelors
CITY College is the Europe Campus of the University of York
Students who study for a University of York degree at its Europe Campus
- are awarded a university degree from a leading world-top British university
- enjoy excellence in teaching and learning
- are in an EU country and/or close to home
- benefit from a complete student academic experience that includes internationalisation programmes and strong links with the labour market
- have an exciting student life at our main campus and/or educational bases
- build-up a portfolio of knowledge and skills that will open up their horizons and have a life-changing impact on their future
The University of York in the UK universities rankings
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No 17 - The Times Good University Guide 2025
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No 12 - Complete University Guide 2026
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No 18 - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
- No 25 - Guardian University Guide 2025
The University of York in the world universities rankings
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No 146 in the world - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
- No 12 in the Golden Age Universities (universities established between 50-80 years ago) - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020

Research
We are dedicated to conducting cross-cutting and applied research that is concerned with public health and the society.











