Psychology adult learning courses

About this subjectPsychology

Gain insight into the way people think and behave. Explore the fascinating subject of psychology through topics that are relevant to our understanding of contemporary society.

Each term, subjects will be covered which give learners an insight into the way people think and behave from different perspectives. Whilst the course in general has an overall focus on Social Psychology, aspects of Cognitive, Clinical and Developmental Psychology are also examined, where relevant.

The topics are presented in a way that enables learners to explore and discuss research findings and case studies as part of the learning process.

Our courses run over a period of weeks for a term three times a year from September to July plus short courses at the start of summer. Enrolments open each term in March, July and November. If courses have already started you may still be able to join so please contact us. If courses are full please sign up to our newsletter to hear when enrolments open again.


Course levels

These courses run weekly over a number of weeks.

Each term, approximately five subjects will be covered which give learners an insight into the way people think and behave. The topics enables you to explore and discuss research findings and case studies.

Psychology courses


Discounts and support with fees

We have a range of discounts and support with fees available, including money off your first course if you are a library member, a Surrey Heritage user, or over the age of 66.

Please note: A small charge is included in the fees to cover the cost of materials used by tutors for demonstrations. The cost of materials and equipment used by learners is not included in the fee unless stated, please enquire when enrolling. It is not advisable to purchase additional materials for a course until your enrolment is confirmed and the course is running.

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