Psychology and Joint Schools

• On average, St John’s accepts 4 Psychology students per year.
• Psychology can be studied at St John's on its own as Experimental Psychology or as part of the Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics (PPL) degree.
• For PPL, candidates can apply to study either Psychology and Philosophy or Psychology and Linguistics; the combination of Philosophy and Linguistics is not offered at St John’s. It is possible to combine elements of all three subjects once you are with us, before specialising in two as the course progresses.
• The entry requirements for this course are determined by the University’s Department of Experimental Psychology.
• More information about applying to study Psychology at Oxford can be found on the Department’s website.
• General advice about applying to St John’s can be found here.

• St John's psychology students are highly motivated, enthusiastic and successful, achieving excellent exam results.
• Tutors at St John's are all active researchers who are passionate about teaching. Psychology teaching here is well resourced, with a high level of college based tuition and a learning environment which is both stimulating and challenging.
• Students are encouraged to attend conferences and participate in research placements and internships during vacation. Generous travel grants are available to support this activity.
• The Bryant Society (named after the first Fellow in Psychology at St John's) meets regularly for dinners and talks, bringing undergraduates together with our very talented postgraduate psychology community.

Students gain a deep understanding of current research in Psychology, including Clinical Psychology, and Neuroscience.

They develop data science and statistical skills throughout their degree, and complete a considerable amount of independent research in their final year projects. This means that students are well placed to go on to pursue careers in research, both in academia and industry, as well as in data science and other related sectors. Many students also pursue careers in Clinical Psychology and healthcare-related disciplines.