PhD Psychology
University of Strathclyde
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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3 Years

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You can study either an PhD in Psychology within any of our research areas:CognitionHealth Psychology & Behavioural MedicineAs part of your MPhil or PhD, youll be enrolled on the Postgraduate Certificate in Researcher Professional Development (PgCert RDP) for which youll have to complete a range of personal, professional and career development activities.These activities aim to develop the transferable skills youll use throughout your career and also within a particular researcher development ...Read more

You can study either an PhD in Psychology within any of our research areas:

Cognition
Health Psychology & Behavioural Medicine
As part of your MPhil or PhD, you'll be enrolled on the Postgraduate Certificate in Researcher Professional Development (PgCert RDP) for which you'll have to complete a range of personal, professional and career development activities.

These activities aim to develop the transferable skills you'll use throughout your career and also within a particular researcher development framework.

Career: The University Careers Service can help you with everything from writing your CV to interview preparation. Take a look at our careers service pages to get more information.

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WUSCA ranking:
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13/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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25th
CUG Ranking
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32nd
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Entry requirements

You require to have a first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in Psychology or a similar discipline.

Normally, the majority of our MPhil and PhD students have completed a Masters degree in Psychology after their Honours degree.

If English isn't your first language, you'll also need to have a recent UKVI recognised Secure English Language Test (SELT) qualification.

Tuition fees

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Domestic

£4,786 per year

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Students from Domestic

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The mentioned fee is for 2024/25 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/26 entry.

£4,786 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from England

The mentioned fee is for 2024/25 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/26 entry.

£4,786 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

The mentioned fee is for 2024/25 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/26 entry.

£4,786 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

The mentioned fee is for 2024/25 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/26 entry.

£4,786 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

The mentioned fee is for 2024/25 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/26 entry.

£18,050 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

The mentioned fee is for 2024/25 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/26 entry.

£18,050 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

The mentioned fee is for 2024/25 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/26 entry.

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University of Strathclyde
University of Strathclyde , Glasgow

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