The School of Psychology

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The School of Psychology regularly host events for students to help them enhance their employability and find out more about the world of work. Please see the accordion below for details of past events. 

Annual Psychology Careers Networking Event

Each year, in partnership with the Careers and Employability Service, we organise this event to give undergraduate and postgraduate Psychology students the opportunity to network with professionals from a variety of organisations. During the event, students have the chance to speak directly with professionals about their fields and the opportunities available to Psychology graduates.

The next Psychology Careers networking Event will take place on Thursday 4 March 2027 in Elphinstone Hall. Please note that attendance is limited to Psychology students in Aberdeen and the external organisations who have registered to participate as exhibitors.

Find out more about previous events

Clinical Psychology Career Talk - 11/03/2026

This talk explored the pathway to Clinical Psychology, including the application and interview process, doctorate training course and insights into the role of a qualified Clinical Psychologist. 

Psychology Careers Networking Event - 05/03/2026

The School of Psychology, in partnership with the Careers and Employability Service, organised this event to give our Psychology students the opportunity to network with professionals from a variety of organisations. Students had the chance to talk to these professionals about their fields and the range of opportunities that they offer for undergraduate and postgraduate students. 

Organisations who attended the 2026 event

 

A Psychologist's Career Journey - 17/02/2026

How far can a psychology degree take you?

This talk was delivered by renowned Human and Organisational Factors (HOF) specialist Dr Kathryn Mearns, who discussed her journey from academia to industry. With research experience spanning numerous sectors, including oil and gas, nuclear, robotics, and healthcare, she offered a unique perspective on the field’s ever-changing landscapes and the broad applicability of psychology as a discipline.

Scottish Prison Service - 28/10/2025

We were pleased to welcome two members of staff from HMP & YOI Grampian who spoke to students about careers in the prison service. One a registered forensic psychologist and the other about to embark on her masters in forensic psychology, they spoke about the career paths, skills and experience required for a job in the prison service.

Psychology Careers Networking Event - 06/03/2025

The School of Psychology, in partnership with the Careers and Employability Service, organised this event to give our 3rd and 4th year undergraduate and our postgraduate Psychology students the opportunity to network with professionals from a variety of organisations. Students had the chance to talk to these professionals about their fields and the range of opportunities that they offer for undergraduate and postgraduate students. 

Organisations who attended the 2025 event

For more information about the organisations read our Psychology Careers Networking Event guide.