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MPhil / PhD / MSc (Res)

Postgraduate Research Degrees in Psychology

MPhil / PhD / MSc (Res)
Duration
3 years
Start
October 2023
Delivery
Blended Learning

Our postgraduate research degrees in Psychology will enable you to enhance your skills as a researcher and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in this field.

Why study with us

  • You’ll have access to our Cognitive Psychology Complex (CPC), which comprises facilities for eye tracking, decision making, reasoning, perception and attention research.
  • We also have laboratories for Forensic Psychology research, including EvoFIT, our innovative and award-winning composite construction system for eye witness testimony research, based at our Preston Campus.
  • Other key facilities include our Brain Imaging Laboratory (BIL), used to measure and assess brain activity, and our Child Observation Suite (COS), used for research into children’s behaviour.
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What you'll do

  • We hold an annual Psychology Postgraduate Research Conference, where you’ll be able to gain a wider understanding of the research going on across the School and share your own research with others.
  • Take advantage of our comprehensive training programme to develop your professional and research skills.

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Academic expertise

There are three broad research groups within the School: The Cognition and Neuroscience Research Group; the Forensic Research Group, and the Quality of Life Research Group. All of them are engaged in leading research within the field of Psychology.

The School maintains links to national and international collaborators, including NHS Trusts, the Prison Service, Police forces, Local Education Authorities, educators in schools and colleges, and various charitable organisations.

Fees and funding

2023/24
UK
Full-time£4,800 per year
Part-time£2,400 per year
International
Full-time£15,500 per year
2024/25
UK
Full-time£5,000 per year
Part-time£2,500 per year
International
Full-time£16,900 per year

Scholarships and bursaries

We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.

Select your country to see eligibility information and how to apply by selecting more info on the cards below.

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This course is based in the School of Psychology and Humanities

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