Psychology PhD
University of Liverpool
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The Department of Psychological Sciences conducts world-leading research on mind, brain and behaviour. Our research students are at the heart of what we do.OverviewThe Department of Psychological Sciences conducts world-leading research on mind, brain and behaviour. We currently have over 100 staff, with expertise in experimental, applied and clinical domains. Research in the department is concentrated around a number of research groups, some of which represent the largest concentration of ...Read more

The Department of Psychological Sciences conducts world-leading research on mind, brain and behaviour. Our research students are at the heart of what we do.

Overview

The Department of Psychological Sciences conducts world-leading research on mind, brain and behaviour. We currently have over 100 staff, with expertise in experimental, applied and clinical domains. Research in the department is concentrated around a number of research groups, some of which represent the largest concentration of expertise in the UK.

Our research interests

We welcome research proposals that match those of our researchers. The department has research groups with concentrations of expertise in the following areas:

Addiction

Appetite and obesity

Forensic & Investigative Psychology

Language, Cognition and Expertise

Mental Health

Perception

Perinatal, infant and child mental health

Psychology of Healthcare.

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WUSCA ranking:
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These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
11/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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32nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
19th
What students say
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Isabelle
05 Feb 25

Many activities organised by the University making it easier to socialise. Nothing to improve, I love it..Read more

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Ell
17 Jan 25

Students union offers decent food options and constantly has events on to engage students...Read more

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a good (2:1 or first class) degree in Psychology or a related discipline. Applicants should also be able to demonstrate an ability to write coherently (and may be asked to provide examples of their written work).

Tuition fees

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£4,786 per year

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Students from Domestic

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£29,750 per year

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Students from EU

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

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences £29,750 (Band A). Self-funded, full-time international students studying a PhD programme classified as Band A will receive a £2,000 reduction in their fees for the first year only.

£29,750 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.

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences £29,750 (Band A). Self-funded, full-time international students studying a PhD programme classified as Band A will receive a £2,000 reduction in their fees for the first year only.

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Isabelle
05 Feb 25
Psychology BSc (Hons)
Many activities organised by the University making it easier to socialise. Nothing to improve, I love it...
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Ell
17 Jan 25
Psychology (Conversion) MSc
Students union offers decent food options and constantly has events on to engage students....
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University of Liverpool
The Foundation Building 765 Brownlow Hill Liverpool L69 7ZX United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Liverpool Lime Street  0.2 miles away
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