Political Psychology

Overview

There is a growing interest among researchers and policy makers in the psychological underpinnings of individual and group behaviour in the political arena. This Political Psychology degree from University of Kent is one of the few political psychology courses in the UK and explores how people engage with politics and the psychology behind this behaviour.

Reasons to study Political Psychology at Kent

• Choose modules developed by innovative lecturers from the School of Psychology and the School of Politics and International Relations. Your interdisciplinary research project is also supervised by staff from the two Schools.
• Psychology at Kent was ranked 5th for research intensity in The Complete University Guide 2022. The Social Psychology Group researchers engage in consultancy work for businesses and the government.
• Gain rigorous training that embraces cutting-edge theories and models, alongside research and analytical skills with a strong focus on quantitative methods. Political Psychology alumna Emma now works for the Office for National Statistics.
• Test out your own theories and hypotheses in our excellent laboratory and field research facilities and modern teaching spaces.
• Join the supportive and welcoming community on our Canterbury campus, with access to the world-class resources of our Templeman Library.
• Support from the Graduate and Researcher College as well as the School of Psychology. You are joining a strong intellectual and social community.

Careers

You learn a set of skills that will allow you to pursue a career in areas such as:

• Policy development
• Political consultancy
• Public relations
• Polling and electoral analyses
• Conflict management. 

Upon completing the Political Psychology degree from University of Kent, our graduates have also pursued doctoral study and academic careers at higher education institutions.