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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of St Andrews
Full Time
JAN
3 years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of St Andrews
Full Time
JAN
3 years
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The PhD, in either Psychology or Neuroscience, is a research-based degree, normally conducted over a period of 3 years (or 6 years if taken on a part-time basis), under the supervision of one or more members of the School’s academic staff, leading to a thesis of no more than 80,000 words and an oral examination (viva).
The goal of both the PhD and the MSc (by research) is to provide a training programme tailored to the needs of the individual. Training can be provided from tutorials with the supervisor and other members of staff, taught courses in the School of Psychology and Neuroscience or other, related, departments, University units (such as the Centre for Academic, Professional and Organisational Development), or external organisations. Participation in conferences, seminars and workshops, both internally and externally, is also encouraged.
Postgraduate candidates will be expected to obtain a good first degree with Honours (at least 2.1) from a recognised UK university or equivalent.
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£4,786 per year
Students from Domestic
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£25,500 per year
Students from EU
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£25,500 per year
Students from International
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