Our PhD Psychology specialises in many research areas of psychology. We accept both funded and self-funded students. Overview This MPhil and PhD in Psychology receives funding from UK research councils and charities. Our Psychology MPhil and PhD cover many areas of specialism in psychology, including: evolutionary psychology perception and cognition animal behaviour, neuroscience social psychology forensic psychology Clinical and health psychology You'll research developmental disorders of perception and cognition.
You'll address the development and assessment of cognitive models. This includes cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) as treatment for: bipolar disorder psychosis anxiety developmental disorders Your development Each faculty offers a researcher development programme for its postgraduate research students. We have designed your programme to help you: perform better as a researcher boost your career prospects broaden your impact Through workshops and activities, it will build your transferable skills and increase your confidence. You’ll cover: techniques for effective research methods for better collaborative working essential professional standards and requirements Your programme is flexible.
You can adapt it to meet your changing needs as you progress through your doctorate. Our Careers Service Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.