Placements for Psychology students
Psychology is a core science which studies mind and behaviour. Psychology has a significant impact on all aspects of public life and is at the forefront of helping solve some of the biggest challenges faced in society today in areas of mental health, education, social inequalities, and conflict resolution. Our degree programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and focuses on the scientific inquiry of topics from seven key areas in Psychology, to build understanding and critical insight throughout your journey.
We currently offer the following placement opportunities:
- Undergraduate: optional one-year Professional Placement or optional modular placement in final year.
- Postgraduate: optional placements within our MSc Clinical Health and MSc Applied Development programmes.
Professional Placement
Students can complete a 40 week paid placement from September – June. Hear about Zoe’s professional placement at the SE H&SC Trust.
View our brochureUndergraduate optional module
Final year students can choose to complete an unpaid 15-20 day placement during the Autumn term. Learn more about Ciara’s experience at Guide Dogs NI.
Find out morePostgraduate optional module
MSc Applied Developmental and MSc Clinical Health Psychology students can choose to complete a placement during the Spring term. Learn more from our students about the breadth of experiences available.
View our brochureThanks to our Partners
Partnership is central to our work and we greatly value the vital role employers and placement providers play in supporting our students. We recognise the importance of students engaging with organisations to gain relevant experience, develop awareness, and build the skills and knowledge essential for early career success.
We are grateful to our partners for their ongoing collaboration and commitment to shaping the next generation of psychology-informed professionals:
Abbeyfield & Wesley, AdviceNI, Barretstown, Brain Injury Matters, Cancer Fund for Children, Conway Education Centre, Co-operation Ireland, Cumulus Neuroscience, Education Authority, Fighting Words, Fresh Minds Education, Graham, HIP Psychology, Hope4Life, INEQE, Kabosh, Linking Generations NI, Marie Curie, MindWise, all NI H&SC Trusts, NOW Group, Numerous Primary & Post-Primary Schools, Oxfam Ireland, Parenting Focus, PPR, Praxis Care, Shelter NI, Simon Community, Solas, Specialisterne, Sure Start Network, TAMHI, YouthAction NI to name a few.
If you would like to learn more about our placements please contact Patricia Murphy patricia.murphy@qub.ac.uk or Elaine Lavery e.lavery@qub.ac.uk