Welcome to the School of Natural Sciences & Psychology
Welcome to the School of Natural Sciences & Psychology
BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology at LJMU
is recognised by the British Psychological Society and confers eligibility for graduate membership of the BPS and the Graduate Basis for Registration...
BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour at LJMU
provides a strong underpinning in all the relevant zoological disciplines required to interpret animal behaviour...
BSc (Hons) Biology at LJMU
offers ample opportunities for work-related and work-based learning, designed to enhance the employability of our graduates...
BSc (Hons) Forensic Anthropology at LJMU
With expertise in digital 3-dimensional facial reconstruction, mass grave recovery, and human rights, our teaching is always informed by current research in the field.
BSc (Hons) Geography at LJMU
This programme not only provides a strong underpinning of essential subject knowledge but an integral theme of Geography at LJMU is its interdisciplinary and applied nature.
BSc (Hons) Wildlife Conservation at LJMU
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to play an active part in meeting the challenges of wildlife conservation in the 21st century.
BSc (Hons) Zoology at LJMU
is designed to appeal to students who have a particular interest in whole animal biology. That is, there is a strong focus on how animals interact with one another and with their environment.
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The school of Natural Science and Psychology
+which was formally established in 2008, is one of four academic departments within the Faculty of Science, one of six Faculties in the University. The other academic departments in the Faculty are the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences, the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences, and the Astrophysics Research Institute. Please click here for more information about our School
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Research
+is a key strategic priority for the School, with particular strengths in the areas of anthropology, biological sciences, developmental and cognitive psychology, health psychology and neuroscience. The internationally recognised Research Centre for Evolutionary Anthropology and Palaeoecology is also based in the School. In a recent Research Assessment Exercise, 32 staff from the School of Natural Sciences and Psychology were entered with five Units of Assessment – Allied Health Professions and Studies, Nursing, Education, Biological Sciences and Anthropology. Over 75% of research submitted was deemed to be of international quality with ‘world leading’ research identified in anthropology, allied health professions and nursing. Please click here for more information about our Research
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In terms of resources and facilities
+this is a particularly exciting time for the School. In 2010, the psychology part of the School moved into the new £26 million Tom Reilly Building with the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences. New state of the art laboratories, together with staff accommodation and student teaching space have provided the School with world class facilities. This has enabled the School to consolidate all of its teaching and research in one site at Byrom Street.
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Staff
+The School of Natural Sciences and Psychology currently has 59 academic staff members, fourteen dedicated, full-time technicians, and ten administrative staff. The School is also supported by a number of administrative and technical staff within the Faculty. Please click here for more information about our Staff
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Courses
+The School offers a range of programmes at undergraduate level in the areas of biological sciences and psychology, including a Foundation in Natural Sciences. All of the psychology programmes provide students with the opportunity of recognition by the British Psychological Society. Two MSc programmes provide accredited postgraduate training and professional development in occupational psychology and health psychology. There are currently over 30 research students in the School. A further 12 completed their research programmes in 2009/10 (2 MPhil and 10 PhD). Please click here for more information about our Courses
