Psychological and Behavioural Sciences University of Cambridge

Overview

Through the Psychological and Behavioural Sciences programme at the University of Cambridge you'll study cognitive, social, developmental and biological psychology within the broader context of the behavioural sciences.

Psychology is very diverse. It overlaps with and contributes to many other disciplines, such as: 

• anthropology 
• archaeology 
• neuroscience 
• philosophy 
• sociology 

This course gives you the opportunity to study cognitive, social, developmental and biological psychology within the broader context of the behavioural sciences. 

Career opportunities:

Many of our graduates continue with further study and research.  

As a graduate you’ll be eligible for admission to professional courses in clinical, educational, forensic or applied psychology.  

Recent graduates have gone on to positions in: 

• psychology and related fields 

• careers in social, community and charity work, research and teaching 

Read about recent graduate Arcellia's work as a Clinical Psychologist

The course also gives you skills and knowledge to be successful in other sectors, including: 

• media 

• management 

• the Civil Service 

• finance 

• law 

• business 

Some of our graduates have gone on to work in destinations as varied as: 

• Edelman, a global communications firm 

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service 

• the Cabinet Office 

• Arsenal Football Club