Lucy Clarke

Dr Lucy Clarke is a Lecturer in Psychology at the University of West London, affiliated with the School of Human and Social Sciences. She specializes in gender stereotypes in media and their impact on children and adults, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals 5 (Gender Equality) and 10 (Reduced Inequalities).

• PhD in Psychology (University of West London, 2023): Examined gendered messages in Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars media
• BSc (Hons) Psychology (University of West London, 2017)
• MA Gender, Society and Representation (University College London, 2019)

Her research explores how media engagement shapes gendered traits and behavioral expectations across age groups. Lucy teaches Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, and Qualitative/Quantitative Research Methods at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including the following courses:

• BSc (Hons) Psychology with Foundation Year
• BSc (Hons) Psychology
• MRes Psychology
• BSc (Hons) Psychology with Sport and Performance
• BSc (Hons) Psychology with Educational Practice