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DMU Psychology
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We are the psychology division at De Montfort University. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses - come check us out (https://www.dmu.ac.uk/health-life-sciences/undergraduate/psychology.aspx).
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🎉 Psychology Subject Talk is starting soon! 🎉

Come visit us at 11.00 in Hawthorn 00.36 to hear all about our programmes.

Any other questions, feel free to come chat with us in Hawthorn 0.34 in our shiny Food lab!
Five identical promotional cards from De Montfort University Leicester for a Psychology course are fanned out against a black background. The leftmost card is fully visible, featuring a wide green vertical banner with "Psychology" written in white text alongside the university's logo. The main image on the cards shows two students in a lab setting: one in a green sweater holding a pen near a brain model, and another in a red and white striped sweater looking at a computer monitor. A slogan in the corner reads "Together Made From More."
February 7, 2026 at 10:09 AM
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Come visit us 9am - 3pm in Hawthorn 0.34/0.35 on 7th Feb to find all about Psychology in one of our research labs. We have all the answers to your questions about what it would be like as a Psychology student at DMU!

To register, visit www.dmu.ac.uk/study/underg...
Open Days - De Montfort University
Undergraduate Open Days at De Montfort University (DMU) provide you with the chance to tour the campus, talk to our expert tutors and meet our current students.
www.dmu.ac.uk
February 6, 2026 at 6:25 PM
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🧠 Psychology Careers Day is TOMORROW!

Don't miss out on expert insights into clinical, health, PWP pathways and more!. Check your timetables and get ready to map out your future!

⏰ 9:45 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Hawthorn 0.45
🔗 Register on MyGateway

See you there!
👋 #DMUPsychology
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February 2, 2026 at 6:05 PM
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⏳ Psych Students: 5 days left!

Want to explore wellbeing & culture in Malaysia with #DMUGlobal? The clock is ticking!

⏰ Hard Deadline: Monday, 2nd Feb @ 9:00 AM sharp.

Don't wait—get your application in now! 🧠✨

🔗 Link: dmuglobal.com/Opportunitie...

#dmupsychology #dmu
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January 28, 2026 at 12:27 PM
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📣 Attention DMU undergraduate and postgraduate students!

Don't miss Psychology Careers Day on 3rd Feb! Gain insights into Clinical and Health Psychology, join experience panels, and master graduate selection processes.

📍 HB0.45 🕘 9:45 - 16:00 🔗 Register via MyGateway
A bright orange flyer for De Montfort University’s "Psychology Careers Day" on 3rd February 2026. The event takes place from 9:45 am to 4 pm at Hawthorn 0.45. It promises insights from inspiring speakers regarding employability journeys. The design includes a large Greek letter Psi ($\Psi$), a cartoon brain with puzzle pieces, and a group of small figures examining a large brain model. A blue box on the right provides a link to book through MyGateway: https://my-gateway.dmu.ac.uk. A detailed event schedule for the Psychology Careers Day at De Montfort University, noted as a timetabled event for UG and PG students. The day includes: 9:50-10:00: Introductions with Dr. Jess Hall & Dr. Roshan Rai. 10:00-11:50: Individual sessions with Dr. Theodore Parthymos (Clinical Psychology), Lisa Evans-Massey (Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner), Dr. Krishna Bhatti (Health Psychologist), Kelly McCormack (Alumni Relations), and Robin Kearns (Assistant Psychologist). 11:50-12:45: Lunch and DMU Alumni stand. 12:45-1:20: Panel discussion on gaining experience during a degree. 1:30-4:00: Interactive session with James Darley, CEO of Transform Society, covering assessment centres and the future of work.
January 23, 2026 at 9:15 AM
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Heading into your final months at DMU? 🎓 The Future You programme is here to help you nail your transition into life after uni!

✅ Professional etiquette
✅ Wellbeing & resilience
✅ Networking with employers hiring NOW

Exclusively for the Class of 2026. Don't miss out! 🚀
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January 22, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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It's graduation day!

The Psychology division at DMU is looking forward to cheering on our graduands today!

#dmupsychology #dmu #dmuleicester #studypsychology #psychology #graduation
January 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Our second recent PhD graduate we'd like to showcase is Dr Ben Lond (@BenjaminLond)!

His project used photo-interviewing to look at people’s experiences of living with the uncurable cancer mesothelioma.

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January 20, 2026 at 9:01 AM
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✈️ DMU Psych Students: Study Culture and Wellbeing in Malaysia this June!

Expand your global mindset & explore psychological health in a new context. Open to BSc (Level 5/6) & MSc students.

dmuglobal.com/Opportunitie...

⏰ Apply by 2 Feb, 9am

#DMUglobal #dmupsychology #Psychology
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January 19, 2026 at 2:34 PM
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As we look ahead to the excitement of graduation, we wanted to take some time to celebrate TWO new PhD students to have passed their vivas in recent months.

#dmupsychology #psychology #dmu #dmuleicester
January 19, 2026 at 9:33 AM
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🚨 🎙️ New podcast episode 🎙️🚨

Dr Simon Goodman (@drsimongoodman.bsky.social) recently participated in a podcast episode of "The Bunker" to ask: is racism becoming more acceptable in the UK?

Spotify: www.podmasters.co.uk/the-bunker
Apple: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/i...
"New Podcast Alert" promotional graphic on a deep red background. The image features a silver vintage-style microphone on the right and a dark text bubble on the left. The text bubble titles the episode, "Is Britain becoming more racist?" and notes it is an episode of 'The Bunker' hosted by Zoë Grünewald. Guests include Rahul Sambaraju from City St George's, University of London, and Simon Goodman from De Montfort University. At the bottom, there are playback icons (rewind, play, fast-forward) and links to the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
January 16, 2026 at 9:03 AM
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Is racism becoming more acceptable in the UK? 🧐

In this article, @drsimongoodman.bsky.social, one of our social psychologists in #dmupsychology, discusses whether taboo of being seen as racist is weakening. For the full discussion of factors, visit theconversation.com/is-racism-be...

#dmu
Is racism becoming more acceptable in the UK?
Anti-migrant protests are helping challenge ideas about the acceptability of prejudice.
theconversation.com
December 9, 2025 at 8:58 AM
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This talk will be a great example of what it's like to be a #psychology student at #dmupsychology. Come join us!
dr-klzavaleta.bsky.social Dr Kaitlyn Zavaleta @dr-klzavaleta.bsky.social · Nov 21
👩‍🏫 Lecture alert!

I will be speaking in an upcoming Unifrog webinar, "Why does my brain glitch? The psychology of everyday mistakes", Monday, 24th November from 5.30 - 6.15pm, GMT.

To find out more about the talk and other Unifrog webinars, check out the link: www.unifrog.org/events/upcom...
Why does my brain glitch? The psychology of everyday mistakes
Why do we forget names, mix up words, or switch languages without meaning to? From saying the wrong thing in class to blanking on a word, these 'brain glitches' reveal how our minds process informatio...
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November 21, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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🧠 Thinking about a career in Psychology?

Our new MSc Psychology Conversion (online) at @ De Montfort University is designed for students from non-psychology backgrounds, starting ✨ this January! ✨

Apply today! www.dmu.ac.uk/study/course...

#dmu #dmupsychology
Psychology Conversion MSc (Online)
Our MSc Psychology (Conversion) offers a great way to develop an enhanced critical understanding of psychological theories, methods and current debates while studying entirely online.
www.dmu.ac.uk
October 31, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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🗓️ November is just around the corner and HLS students at DMU know what that means.... it's time for PAVE!

🏢 Join us for in-person talks, opportunities, and exhibitors at The Venue on Wednesday, 5th November from 10am - 3pm.

Sign-up today!
www.dmu.ac.uk/about-dmu/ev...
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October 30, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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🎧 Looking for a new podcast episode to listen to?

Recently, Dr Kerry Quincey and two members of Men's VMU took part in a podcast called, "Let’s talk forensic psychology".

YouTube youtu.be/vzNWbg6mvOo 
Spotify open.spotify.com/show/6JtK7yQ...
Let's Talk TODAY Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week 2025
In today’s episode, as part of Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week 2025, we are joined by Dave, Mat and Dr Kerry Quincey to explore the social, emotional and psychological impact of being a man with a…
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October 30, 2025 at 9:19 AM
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🎉 One of our former students was highlighted recently in BBC East Midlands! Patrycja Filipowicz is a teacher at Leicester's Polish Saturday School, supporting heritage language learners as they develop their Polish skills. #dmupsychology

For the full clip: www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWEF...
'My parents translate for me during family calls'
Bilal Ahmady was born in Leicester but his parents and wider family are from Afghanistan.
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October 29, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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The meeting programme for EPS London 2026 is now live on our website!

Please use the link below to see all the exciting planned presentations. 😄

eps.ac.uk/next-meeting/
Next Meeting
EPS Meeting: University College London. 7th – 9th January 2026. This meeting will include the 54th EPS Bartlett Prize Lecture by Matthew Botvinick (with an accompanying symposium organised by Patri…
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October 29, 2025 at 10:44 AM
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Dr Jess Hall is excited to be attending her first event as a Joined Up Institute fellow. The Joined Up Institute is a professional development programme from UK Youth to support and connect the changemakers of tomorrow. We can't wait to see what insights she brings back! #dmupsychology
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October 29, 2025 at 10:18 AM
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The third week of October, during breast cancer awareness month, highlights Men’s Breast Cancer Awareness Week. This year marks the 5th anniversary of the Men's VMU. 🎉 Men's VMU is near-and-dear to us at DMU Psychology, co-founded by Doug Harper and our own Dr Kerry Quincey.
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October 22, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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Did you know that our DMU Leicester Psychology students spent a week working alongside their Malaysian contemporaries at Asia Pacific University (APU) in Kuala Lumpur?

Read more about this intensive opportunity below 👇

www.dmu.ac.uk/about-dmu/ne...

#dmu #dmupsychology #dmuglobal
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October 13, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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🧠 Did you attend the DSU World Mental Health Day event?

✨ Our Mental Health and Wellbeing postgrads did a great job promoting mental health today.
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October 10, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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🧵 1/2 Are you interested in learning more about the history of mental health and neuropsychology? This academic-led trip takes you to museums, universities and galleries to explore medical tools, preserved human brains and artworks that reflect the human mind! 🧠
Apply now at dmuglobal.com
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October 8, 2025 at 8:21 AM
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🟢 World Mental Health Day @ De Montfort Student's Union
Friday, 10 October 10:30 - 14:30 BST

Join in on World Mental Health day in Collaboration with DMU’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Postgraduates, Welfare student voice lead and DMU Wellbeing Group. 

events.demontfortsu.com/event/world-...
Poster for "World Mental Health Day" at De Montfort Students Union on Friday, October 10, 2025, featuring a pink cloud-like brain character.
October 7, 2025 at 8:24 AM
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Did you miss the first Subject Psychology talk?

Come find us in Hawthorn 00.36 at 1.15 and chat with us in the Undercroft in Hawthorn until 3pm.
October 4, 2025 at 10:59 AM