The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences has three main areas: Education & Pedagogy, Social Sciences and Psychology. The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences at Utrecht University offers research and education in the fields of psychology, sociology, and social sciences. It focuses on understanding human behavior and societal developments.
Utrecht University’s Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences conducts cutting-edge research and offers programs related to psychology, human development, and social behavior. The faculty’s work spans multiple disciplines, aiming to improve individual and societal well-being.
In 1921-2, in keeping with a growing trend across the nation, Berkeley's Department of Psychology was established as a separate unit, emerging from the Department of Philosophy. For nearly a century, the department has been a national and international leader in psychological research and the superior educational programs that we have provided to undergraduates and doctoral students.
The School of Psychology at UNSW Sydney is a leading institution in Australia, ranked #30 in the world. It offers comprehensive programs and research opportunities in psychology, enhancing student employability and attracting significant research funding.
For over 60 years, the Department of Psychology has been at the forefront of research into clinical practice. Its research interests span a wide range of mental health disorders and physical health problems, including anxiety disorders, trauma, somatoform disorders, pain, psychosis, depression, antisocial personality, disorders in childhood and adolescence, emotion and personality, and neurodegeneration.