Whether you're about to start your psychology degree or are a seasoned student, we've got you covered.
On this page, you'll find practical resources to help you excel at university, from writing winning essays and planning your dissertations to building your resilience and choosing your dream career. Keep reading for expert advice!
Ready, set, go!
It's time to prepare for university. Find out what to expect from the first few weeks, how to do well in your assessments and get the most out of your uni life with handpicked resources from our academic skills books.
Essays, but make them brilliant
Here's your two-step plan for better essay writing, courtesy of How to Write a Brilliant Psychology Essays by Paul Dickerson.
Unveil the secrets to great academic writing, from writing winning introductions to building critical thinking, with a free webinar.
Editing can have a huge impact on your marks. Find out how to refine your essay and make it count with a quick video.
All about critical analysis
Thinking critically at university just got easier. Learn what critical thinking is, how to hone it and how to demonstrate it in your academic work through extracts from our study skills textbooks.
Your psychology dissertation
Here are some resources and advice taken from Your Psychology Dissertation to get you started:
Feel well, do well
Learn how to go from surviving to thriving with this webinar. From building resilience to harnessing your strengths, Christian Van Nieuweburgh shares practical strategies to help you ensure your university experience is a positive one.
Worrying about something beyond your control?
Check out a free chapter of From Surviving to Thriving to learn mindful techniques to help you manage anxiety and reconnect with yourself.
Find specialist help
You've probably heard this before, but you don't need to go through hardship alone. The British Psychological Society (BPS) signposted 10 places where you can get mental health support.
Other health and wellbeing resources
What general skills will psychology give you?
This free chapter of The Psychology Student's Guide to Study and Employability shows you how to identify, hone and harness the transferable skills a psychology degree will equip you with.
Choosing a career in psychology
From clinical to forensic to occupational, there are so many options when it comes to being a psychologist. This BPS flyer guides you through your psychology career options, to help you make an informed decision.
Becoming a scientist-practitioner
This chapter of Professional Skills for Psychology introduces you to evidence-based practice, a popular approach to clinical decision-making you'll encounter in your career.
Are you a lecturer looking for resources for your students?
Hear from our authors Christian van Nieuwerburgh, Paul Dickerson and Emma McDonald about navigating the challenges you and your students face when it comes to the university experience.