Psychology - Research Opportunities PhD
University of Lincoln
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Programme OverviewMPhil and PhD students are able to conduct independent research into an area of psychology of their choice and produce an extended thesis with guidance from two/three academic supervisors who have specialist knowledge of the subject area. Students can also receive training in the research methods relevant for their project and are expected to contribute to the Schools research environment.The PhD is the most advanced research degree in psychology. It is particularly suitable ...Read more

Programme Overview

MPhil and PhD students are able to conduct independent research into an area of psychology of their choice and produce an extended thesis with guidance from two/three academic supervisors who have specialist knowledge of the subject area. Students can also receive training in the research methods relevant for their project and are expected to contribute to the School's research environment.

The PhD is the most advanced research degree in psychology. It is particularly suitable for students who want to pursue an academic career but it also gives a broad range of career opportunities. Students are usually enrolled in an MPhil/PhD degree in their first year and then transfer to a PhD degree at the start of their second year.

The School's active research base ensures academic staff are involved in current debates and that they are up-to-date with emerging developments in psychology. Research in the School is organised in three research groups (Forensic and Clinical Psychology; Perception, Action, and Cognition; Development and Social Behaviour) and two research centres (Autism Research Innovation Centre and Lincoln Cleep Centre).

How You Are Assessed

An MPhil or PhD is usually awarded based on the quality of the student's thesis and ability to present and successfully defend their chosen research topic in an oral examination (viva voce).

The oral examination is attended by two examiners (a member of the school not involved in the project and an examiner from another University), a viva chair and the student. The examiners are chosen by the Director of studies and the supervisory team, in agreement with the student; they read and review the thesis before the viva.

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3/101
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42nd
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48th
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Jessica
26 Nov 24

The location is lovely. The societies are good. Buildings are great, easy to book rooms which is useful. Lovely library l, really appreciate that there is a floor for specifically..Read more

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26 Nov 24

Entry requirements

A first of upper second class honours degree, or a Master's degree in a relevant subject.

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£4,830 per year

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Thesis Pending fee: £800.

£17,700 per year

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Students from EU

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Thesis Pending fee: £2,596.

£17,700 per year

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Students from International

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Thesis Pending fee: £2,596.

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The location is lovely. The societies are good. Buildings are great, easy to book rooms which is useful. Lovely library l, really appreciate that there is a floor for specifically...
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University of Lincoln
Charlotte Scott Building University of Lincoln Lincoln LN6 7DH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Lincoln Central  0.5 miles away

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