World #6 for psychology
QS World University Rankings by Subject (2025)Welcome to the UCL Division of Psychology and Language Sciences (PALS)
We're the largest department of our kind in the country with over 120 academic staff and 1,500 students.
We offer a vibrant study environment with excellent library and IT facilities and cutting-edge resources such as extensive laboratories for research in speech and language, perception and cognition, a centre for brain imaging and a behavioural neuroscience laboratory.
We look forward to supporting you as you begin your journey with us.
Virtual offer holder event
If you missed our virtual offer holder event back in April don't worry as you can watch the recording here. Hear from Professor Daniel Richardson who delves into all things Psychology course related to get you excited about the kinds of things you'll learn when you join us on campus.
Explore what it’s like to study Psychology at UCL
Hear from our Admissions Tutor about the programme, explore career paths, and watch a taster lecture.
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Learn more about the Division of Psychology and Language Sciences
We're the largest and highest ranked psychology department in the UK. We undertake world-leading research and teaching across the areas of mind, behaviour and language.
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Take a look inside Chandler House and hear what it’s like to study with us.