PhD Applied Psychology
University of Essex
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Colchester Campus

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Our PhD in Applied Psychology offers you a unique opportunity to undertake research in an applied psychological context.Given the variety of applications of psychological research the contexts within which your research could be conducted include:schools,hospitals,outdoor activities,community groups,occupational settings etc.You will be offered opportunities to access our master’s level research methods modules to provide a sound foundation of specific research knowledge and skills. In ...Read more

Our PhD in Applied Psychology offers you a unique opportunity to undertake research in an applied psychological context.

Given the variety of applications of psychological research the contexts within which your research could be conducted include:

  • schools,
  • hospitals,
  • outdoor activities,
  • community groups,
  • occupational settings etc.

You will be offered opportunities to access our master’s level research methods modules to provide a sound foundation of specific research knowledge and skills. In addition, you will have access to the University’s Proficio research training scheme which allows you to choose training programmes that meet the requirements of your own research topics and methodologies.

Your future

Our Graduates have gone on to take up posts in both clinical and management positions in Trusts, hospitals, and care organisations as well as in local and county councils.

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35/101
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42nd
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30th
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Entry requirements

You will need a Masters degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline such as a health science or a social science. Alternatively you will need to evidence advanced research skills developed through an alternative route. A well developed research proposal is also essential.

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£4,786 per year

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£18,750 per year

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£18,750 per year

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University of Essex
University of Essex , Colchester

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University of Essex Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hythe   0.6 miles away

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