Join the School of Psychology for this FREE conference on 6-7 June 2019. Featuring keynote speakers Dr Finn Mackay (University of the West of England), Professor Julia … Read more
Professor Heather Ferguson’s Inaugural Lecture
On Thursday 2 May 2019, the School of Psychology will be celebrating Professor Heather Ferguson’s inauguration with a special lecture. Her lecture, titled ‘From Language … Read more
Belief in conspiracy theories makes people more likely to engage in low-level crime
People who believe in conspiracy theories – such as the theory that Princess Diana was murdered by the British establishment – are more likely to … Read more
Professor Jane Wood’s Inauguration Ceremony
On 18 April 2019 from 14.00, the School of Psychology will be celebrating Professor Jane Wood’s professorial inauguration. The day is set to include a … Read more
Assessing Inappropriate Fire Interest using Virtual Reality Technology
Professor Theresa Gannon has secured EIRA funding for a project that will develop, implement and evaluate the first Virtual Reality Technology (VRT) assessment of inappropriate … Read more
Master’s Degrees in Psychology at the University of Kent
Our taught MSc programmes have been recognised by the UK Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) as meeting the nationally recognised criteria for preparation training … Read more
Adults with autism can read complex emotions in others
New research from psychologists at the University shows for the first time that adults with autism can recognise complex emotions such as regret and relief … Read more
Narcissists less likely to support democracy
New research suggests that people with a narcissistic self-view are more likely to demonstrate lower support for democracy. They are also more likely to feel that … Read more
Kent Psychologist Newsletter December 2018
The December 2018 Edition of the School newsletter, Kent Psychologist, is now available to read. In this issue: Major Grant Success, Studying a Placement Year … Read more
Professor Ayse Uskul awarded ERC Consolidator Grant
Professor Ayse Uskul has been awarded a five-year European Research Council (ERC) Consolidator Grant for a project entitled “The Cultural Logic of Honor and Social … Read more