Lancaster University’s Psychology Department has had double success in the 2019 Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide. The results show a rise from 17^th to 10^th overall and a jump from 11^th to 5^th for graduate prospects.

This good news follows strong National Student Survey (NSS) results in which 92% of students said they were satisfied overall with their course.

Dr Chris Walton, Director of Undergraduate Studies in Psychology said “This is a great result. Our department provides a fantastic student experience, including relevant work experience opportunities and careers support. Our students are clearly motivated and able to make the most of those opportunities, allowing them to transfer the skills they develop into the world of work”.

Lancaster University overall also ranked 6th in the UK, and highest in the North, in the Good University Guide 2019, published in the Times and Sunday Times.

Lancaster ranks even higher on employment prospects, at 3rd in the UK, and highest in the region, with 89% of Lancaster students going on to find professional work or further education after graduation.

Dr Helen Nuttall, Lecturer and Academic Employability Champion in Psychology said: “These rankings are testament to the dedication and hard work of our students and staff. Students engage with the ambitious but supportive departmental culture, and are highly successful in securing employment or places on competitive postgraduate courses after graduation. We are very proud of them!”

These results continue the University’s excellent performance in the Guide, which last year named Lancaster the ‘University of the Year’.

Vice-Chancellor Professor Mark E. Smith said: “This is a fantastic end to a successful year for Lancaster, which would not have been possible without the commitment of our world class staff and students.

“Our top 10 presence in all major UK league tables demonstrates just how special our university is, and proves that it is possible to deliver excellent teaching and world leading research while giving students the all-round, international experience they need to carve out meaningful careers.”