Psychology and counselling
Understand the human mind
Short courses and training
Introducing a range of theories, skills and techniques to help you understand the human mind and its functions, and to gain an appreciation of how we think, both collectively and as individuals. There are options to progress your studies to postgraduate levels.
Many of our short courses, including flexible online courses, weekly classes (both in Oxford and online) and some summer schools, can be studied for credit, which means they can count towards a recognised qualification such as our Undergraduate Certificate of Higher Education.
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Postgraduate programmes
Upcoming courses
Online - flexible • Short courses
This course introduces the science of psychology, exploring the richness of human functions, uncovering the brain's secrets and revealing its complexities. Studies from biological, psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioural and social approaches are presented.
- Mon 13 Jun 2022 – 26 Aug 2022
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
Emotional Intelligence (EI) is particularly relevant in today's commercial environment where change is inevitable and uncertainty is common. EI skills are shown to facilitate higher resilience levels, both in Leaders and their teams.
- Tue 21 Jun 2022
- 09:00 - 17:00
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
Learn how to make the work system work and explore the ways in which you can create a more successful physical and psychological workplace.
- Wed 22 Jun 2022
- 09:00 - 17:00
Online - flexible • Short courses
This course introduces the science of psychology, exploring the richness of human functions, uncovering the brain's secrets and revealing its complexities. Studies from biological, psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioural and social approaches are presented.
- Mon 12 Sep 2022 – 25 Nov 2022
Award programmes
This part-time DPhil has a significant focus on issues related to cognitive behavioural theory and/or practice.
Postgraduate study
Part-time graduate courses for those looking to gain an Oxford qualification.
Master's Programme in Psychodynamic Studies
Part-time master's programme providing training in psychodynamic counselling, including academic study and research.