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Study psychology in the United Kingdom

The universities in the United Kingdom, what a year of study costs there, and what the government register says about each one.

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Open a university below and use Visit their website to see its psychology courses. Costs, visa and work rules are in the United Kingdom guide.

United Kingdom publishes an official register: Register of licensed student sponsors, from the Home Office. Where we have matched an institution to it, the profile carries a mark.

Studying in the United Kingdom at a glance

Tuition a year
GBP 22,400 to GBP 40,000
Living costs a month
GBP 1,000 to GBP 1,700
First year, all in, from
EUR 40,700
Money to show for the visa
GBP 10,500
Work during term
20 hours a week
Stay to work after
2 years

Official figures, checked 2026-09-24. Tuition for psychology can differ from the country average.

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Questions students ask

How much does it cost to study psychology in the United Kingdom?

Tuition for international students runs from GBP 22,400 to GBP 40,000 a year, and living costs from GBP 1,000 a month. With the visa fee, a first year starts at about EUR 40,700. Fees for psychology can be higher than the average; check the course page.

Can I work while I study in the United Kingdom?

Yes, up to 20 hours a week during term on a student visa, and more in the holidays where the rules allow.

Can I stay and work in the United Kingdom after I graduate?

Yes: Graduate Route gives you 2 years.

Will my psychology degree from the United Kingdom let me work at home?

Psychology is a regulated profession in most countries. Before you apply, check with the professional body in the country where you want to work that it recognises this degree.

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197 universities in the United Kingdom.

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