PhD/MPhil Psychology
Heriot-Watt University
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Edinburgh Campus

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SEP-25

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3 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Edinburgh Campus

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OverviewHeriot-Watt University’s mission is to create and exchange knowledge that benefits society, and in keeping with this, our psychology research examines and offers solutions for many different global challenges.For example, it can help us understand how learners of different ages and with different levels of ability can be better supported, and show us how coaching, training and engagement can enhance performance, productivity or wellbeing.Our research can also help to diagnose and ...Read more

Overview

Heriot-Watt University’s mission is to create and exchange knowledge that benefits society, and in keeping with this, our psychology research examines and offers solutions for many different global challenges.

For example, it can help us understand how learners of different ages and with different levels of ability can be better supported, and show us how coaching, training and engagement can enhance performance, productivity or wellbeing.

Our research can also help to diagnose and support people with mental health conditions, and improve cognitive and psychological health and wellbeing across the life course.

Research in psychology at Heriot-Watt University is grouped by three main themes:

  • Cognition, brain and behaviour
  • Lifespan health and wellbeing
  • Work, society and environment.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
90/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
61st
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
42nd
What students say
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Sara
10 Feb 24

The uni needs more socials. Especially holidays here are a ghost town...Read more

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Mohammed
01 Feb 24

In my opinion, The university is widely recognise for its international focus and high reaching accomplishments in physical sciences, Business management and administration and..Read more

Entry requirements

All applications will be reviewed within the department with a shortlisting decision made based on qualifications, the suitability of the research proposal and the availability of a supervisory team. Applicants must have the equivalent of a first or upper second class honours undergraduate degree in psychology or related discipline. A masters degree (with a dissertation mark of 65% or higher) or relevant research experience may also be required.

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£19,056 per year

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£19,056 per year

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Sara
10 Feb 24
Psychology BSc (Hons)
The uni needs more socials. Especially holidays here are a ghost town....
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Mohammed
01 Feb 24
PhD/MPhil Psychology
In my opinion, The university is widely recognise for its international focus and high reaching accomplishments in physical sciences, Business management and administration and...
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Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University , Edinburgh

Heriot-Watt University has a 200-year history, and over that time has cultivated an outstanding reputation for its quality of teaching...

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Heriot-Watt University
Riccarton Edinburgh Edinburgh, City Of EH14 4AS United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Curriehill  0.4 miles away
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