School of Psychology, University of Aberdeen

18/03/2026

The NHS Grampian vaccination team will be on Campus on Friday 20th March offering immunisation against measles (MMR), meningitis (MenACWY) and HPV infection.

These vaccines are free and will protect you and those around you from very serious illnesses.

No appointment is required

📆 Date: Friday 20th March
📍 Location: Student Union Building
⏰ Time: 9.30am - 4pm

17/03/2026

Ever wondered what makes writing truly engaging for your reader?

This interactive workshop for PGR students will explore why keeping your reader in mind is essential for clear, impactful academic writing. Look at how logical flow, coherent structure, accurate spelling, strong paragraphing, and well‑built arguments all work together to create writing that’s easy to follow and compelling to read. A practical chance to sharpen your skills and elevate your academic work.

📆Date: 18th March 2026
⏰ Time: 11am - 12.30pm
📍Location: Online - Reserve your spot here: http://abdn.io/23Z

17/03/2026

Attention current Psychology Students!!!

Remember, the SONA Research Participation System closes this Friday (20th March), which means this is your last week to gain any required SONA credits! 🔍🧠

Find out more here: http://abdn.io/23O

16/03/2026

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026

We are proud to be supporting Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026, 16 - 22 March.

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences.

15/03/2026

Wooly has been exploring the Cruickshank Botanic Garden in this glorious weather. This is Wooly's reminder for everyone to take regular study breaks and get outside to enjoy some fresh air🌷

This free-to-enter 11-acre garden includes shrub borders, a rock and water garden, a sunken garden, a rose garden, a herbaceous border and an arboretum, and houses a collection of over 2500 taxa.

12/03/2026

Did you know that the School of Psychology offers on-demand study? 🧠

💻 All our flexible online short courses are designed so that you can study in your spare time.

Explore our courses here:

The School of Psychology offers a range of short courses that allow you to learn new skills, explore your interests or move your career forward. All our flexible online short courses are designed so that you can study in your spare time. These courses are ideal to fit around full-time work. Explore....

09/03/2026

Are you noticing your self‑esteem dip as deadlines start to build up?

Learn more about what low self‑esteem is, how it can affect different areas of your life, and the practical steps you can take to make positive, lasting changes. With academic pressures and upcoming deadlines often adding extra stress, this session offers space to understand how low self‑esteem can show up during busy periods and what you can do to support your wellbeing.
The session will be facilitated by experienced, qualified counsellors from the University Counselling Service.

📆Date: 11th March 2026
⏰ Time: 2pm - 4pm
📍Location: Online - Register Here: http://abdn.io/22x

08/03/2026

Celebrating International Women’s Day with insight and inspiration.

On Wednesday, we welcomed Dr Emma Hepburn – The Psychology Mum, who delivered an uplifting, interactive, and practical session designed to help us feel more informed, more resilient, and better equipped to protect our wellbeing. Dr Hepburn also shared key ideas from her Anti‑Burnout book, offering thoughtful strategies for recognising stress and supporting ourselves in meaningful, sustainable ways. A powerful and empowering way to mark the day.

06/03/2026

Postgraduate psychology student Chithramali Rodrigo has co-written a comic to showcase the impacts of menopause and urge women to seek support in the workplace.

Titled Navigating Menopause in the Workplace, it is hoped the comic will help the more than 13 million women living with symptoms in the UK.

http://abdn.io/222

06/03/2026

New University comic calls for improved menopause support in the workplace.

Titled Navigating Menopause in the Workplace, it is hoped the comic will help raise awareness of menopause and make sure those who need support can access it at work.

Dr Chithramali Rodrigo, Linda Engles C.Psychol, Dr Jacqui Hutchison, Prof Louise Phillips and Dr Claire Robertson led on this from the School of Psychology! ⭐

Read more and access the comic using the link below:
https://www.abdn.ac.uk/psychology/news/25237/

06/03/2026

Is your CV and Cover letter needing updated after yesterday’s Psychology Careers Networking event?

The Careers and Employability service is hosting a CV and Cover Letter Workshop. This session will guide you through how to format, structure, and word your applications in a way that captures a recruiter’s attention. A practical opportunity to refine your documents and help your applications shine.

📆 Date: 9th March
⏰ Time: 11am - 12pm
📍Location: Online - Register here: http://abdn.io/21Z

06/03/2026

It was a great honour to host Prof Anne Templeton yesterday.

Prof Anne Templeton (University of Edinburgh Philosophy, Psychology & Language Sciences) talk examined two major myths about crowds in emergencies: that people are prone to irrational panic, and that information should be withheld to prevent that panic. Drawing on decades of crowd psychology research, it showed that crowds are typically resilient and that giving people clear information actually empowers them to respond more safely and effectively.