Psychology research
The Department of Psychology is committed to producing theoretical and applied research of the highest quality. Our research aligns to a number of important global priorities outlined by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. These include: good health and well-being, quality education, reduced inequalities, climate action and peace and justice.
Not only are we actively involved in research around these important areas, but we work in partnership with the general public, organisations and policy-makers to ensure our insights can be applied to make a difference in the world. Our courses and extra-curricular opportunities encourage our students to apply their psychology subject knowledge to real world issues, including these global priorities
Find out more about study opportunitiesBased on the Research Excellence Framework (2021):
57% of our psychology research outputs are rated world-leading or internationally excellent
100% of our psychology research impact is rated as internationally excellent or recognised internationally
Research Excellence Framework (2021)
Commitment to open and reproducible research
As part of our commitment to doing excellent research, we are members of the UK Reproducibility Network (UKRN); a national network of researchers dedicated to addressing the challenges and opportunities for improving the reproducibility and reliability of scientific research in the UK. Our local network lead is Dr Michel Belyk who can be contacted for more information. Additionally, colleagues are part of the Framework for Open and Reproducible Research Training (FORRT) network and undertake research and lead best practice on integrating open and reproducible science into higher education.
Research groups
How our psychology research is making a difference towards being a healthier society
How our psychology research is informing good quality education
How our research is reducing inequalities and promoting a more inclusive society
How our research is making a difference towards reducing the effects of climate change
How our research is making a differences towards a more just society
Research facilities
We have a wide range of impressive research technologies, tools and facilities which helps us do our cutting-edge research. These are also part of the way we involve our students in our work and provide great practical, hands-on experience for our students to learn about psychology research by actually doing it!
Take a look at our research facilities
Research participation
Want to learn more about our psychology research? One of the best ways to do so is to take part as a participant. You can even earn credit or be paid!
Our research studies can take many different formats including:
- online survey studies (you can do these remotely)
- lab-based studies whilst we use technology such as eye-trackers, neurological measures, or VR
- lab-based studies where you complete surveys and/or computerised tasks
All lab-based studies take place on the top floor of the Law and Psychology building at Edge Hill’s beautiful Ormskirk campus.
Sign up to be a research participant
Paid research internship scheme
To provide hands-on experience for our students, we run a paid internship scheme. This complements their research methods training and helps them apply their learning to real world research.
Find out more about our research internship scheme
Knowledge Exchange
We are committed to making sure our research insights and expertise can be used for societal and/or economic impact.
Based on our internationally-recognised research, we have expertise in: understanding human learning behaviour, supporting behavioural change in people & organisations, and understanding consumer behaviour.
Find out more about our Knowledge Exchange Services
Get in touch
If you would like to find out more about our research, please get in touch with our Associate Head of Research.