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This immersive psychology work experience programme includes hands-on, practical workshops to teach you key psychological skills and visits to environments like top psychology clinics, research labs, and career pathways. Scroll down to learn more.
Psychology applications are more competitive than ever, with the number of applicants rising each year. How can you stand out? How can you prove your interest in psychology? Our 5-day London psychology work experience programme is designed to not only highlight your passion for the field but also enhance your chances of securing a place in psychology school.
Ages: 15 - 18 years old
Duration: 1 - 3 weeks
Class size: 10-12 students
Location | Central London
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Whether you choose 1, 2 or 3 weeks, we’ve got you covered.
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- Included:
- Clinical Psychology
- Neuroplasticity
- Arsenal Stadium
- Business Psychology
- UCAS Application
Your path towards your dream career
- Clinical Psychology
- Neuroplasticity
- Arsenal Stadium
- Business Psychology
- UCAS Application
- PLUS: Choose from Industry Placement or Career & Life Skills
Build a solid foundation for a brighter future
- The ultimate immersive experience
- Included:
- Week 1
- Week 2 Industry Placement
- Career & Life Skills Week
- Professional Networking
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Select the psychology work experience course that suits your needs and enrol online quickly and easily.
Get exclusive pre-programme resources to help you maximise your learning and understand key concepts.
Engage in real-life psychological scenarios, gain hands-on insight, and receive a certificate for university applications.
Our industry experts bring you a wealth of experience in their field, providing you with great learning and networking opportunities. Here are some examples of previous leaders of the programme. Please note that these are subject to change.
You can find commonly asked questions below. If you have other questions, please contact us and we’d be happy to answer them.
The Psychology work experience programme includes practical workshops, case studies and visits. You’ll engage in various psychology areas such as neuroplasticity and clinical psychology. After completion, you’ll receive a certificate for your UCAS applications and CVs.
During the psychology work experience, you will gain skills in areas such as clinical psychology, sports psychology, neuroplasticity, and educational psychology. You’ll also develop key skills in psychological assessment, critical thinking, and data interpretation, all through practical learning.
Definitely! The hands-on psychology experience gained through workshops and real-world exposure will make your application stand out. Universities value applicants who demonstrate practical interest and knowledge in psychology, and this programme will help you do just that.
There will be no more than 12 students in every programme group. This allows for small group teaching and workshops to ensure that you get the best out of your experience.
As part of our widening participation scheme, Study Mind runs a bursary scheme for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. These include full bursaries, as well as 75% and 50% bursaries. Applications are now being accepted and students will be informed from the 16th June if they have been accepted into a programme. This scheme is on a first come, first served basis. Students wishing to apply for the scheme will need to:
- provide proof of receipt of Universal Credit, Free School Meals and Pupil Premium.
- Fill in the Bursary Application Form
- complete an essay task.
- provide a reference from a teacher (either head of sixth form or relevant subject teacher). This can be a character reference and include information on general work ethic and grades if applicable.
Students who partially meet this criteria are welcome to apply, and may be offered discounted places where free places are already assigned.
If you feel you may be eligible, kindly email [email protected] with evidence attached. Alternatively, you can contact us via phone at +44 (0) 203 305 9593 to discuss any questions you have. Please note, we will not be able to provide accommodation.
You can customise your work experience in several ways with two or three week options available:
Industry Placement: You can choose to continue your psychology work experience with an industry placement. You will spend the week in a top London firm, gaining hands-on experience of day-to-day life in a working psychology firm.
Career & Life Skills: You can choose to add a second week with our Career & Life Skills week. In this experience you will learn all about digital literacy and creating your personal brand to market yourself to future employers with LinkedIn profiles and standout CVs. You will also learn about Financial Literacy, including loans, mortgages and taxes. You will navigate the world of AI and find out how to optimise it when using it to assist you with documents like your personal statement.
A Related Work Experience Week: You can also choose to extend your work experience by choosing one of our related programmes including Medicine or Criminology. Or if you're thinking about a different career as well, you can choose something completely different!
With hands-on activities, workshops, and visits to real-world psychology environments, you’ll gain practical insight into different psychology fields, helping you decide if it’s the right career for you.
Yes! Throughout the programme, you'll hear from experienced psychologists and mental health professionals who will share real-world insights and career advice to help guide your journey in psychology.
Absolutely! You’ll have the chance to connect with practicing psychologists and other experts. This will give you valuable advice, mentorship, and an opportunity to explore various career paths in psychology.
We recommend that students bring a notepad and pen to take notes (or a device to write on). In addition, students should bring a water bottle for the day. Students do not need to bring lunch as this will be provided but they might want to bring a couple of snacks to eat throughout the day. Please make sure these snacks are NUT FREE to take into account any students that may have nut allergies. Students on certain programmes such as Computer Science, will need to bring their own device. If you have not got a laptop, one will be provided. A specialised list will be communicated nearer to the time.
The work experience programme will take place in central London, with workshops being held in various locations. Industry placement days will be held in top London firms. Any excursions will take place in London or the surrounding areas. If excursions are held out of London, students will meet at a designated location and travel together.
Students opting for the residential programme will stay in Ramsay Hall, part of the University College London (UCL) campus. Students will stay in single occupancy rooms with shared bathroom facilities. Male and female students will be placed in separate floors.
Students will be able to arrive on the Sunday before the start of the programme. There will be a member of the Study Mind team to greet you. Students will check out on the Friday after the programme has ended. If you would like to book an extra night accommodation (e.g. Friday night), please contact us and we can arrange this for you (dependant on availability).
Students can expect to receive a finalised timetable of their work experience week by the end of May. Students will also receive further information on what to pack/bring and pre-preparation materials by mid June so that they can prepare themselves for the programme and get the most out of their experience.
We maintain a respectful, inclusive environment where students feel confident and supported. We uphold a strict anti-bullying policy, ensuring all students can fully participate and feel safe throughout the programme.
Yes, we are committed to making the programme accessible for all students. If you require specific accommodations, please inform us ahead of time, and we’ll make the necessary adjustments to support your needs.
Our dedicated support team is available throughout the programme to assist with any academic or personal queries, ensuring you have the best experience possible.
All sessions are held in safe and well organised environments. Our staff are trained to ensure your safety, and we have comprehensive safeguarding measures in place. If you’re staying in accommodation, our team is available 24/7 for any questions.
Booking is easy! Simply select your programme length and register through our website. The programme is open to students aged 15-18, with no prior psychology experience needed. Students coming from abroad should have a good level of English to participate.
Traditional placements can be hard to find and may lack structure. Our programme provides focused, hands-on experience in areas like clinical psychology, neuroplasticity, and sports psychology, with expert mentorship and practical workshops.
Our mentors include experienced psychologists and mental health professionals who offer valuable insights, advice, and support to help you succeed in the field of psychology.
Yes! After completing the programme, we offer continued support with university applications and personal statement guidance, helping you with your next steps in pursuing a career in psychology.
Our programme combines practical experience, expert guidance, and a comprehensive curriculum. You’ll gain real-world psychology skills and knowledge, enhancing your confidence and readiness for university and career applications.
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- Connect with experts to boost future opportunities