To undertake research on the interplay between genetic, environmental and maturational factors, and their roles in the causal processes underlying the origins and course of multifactorial mental disorders; to consider the implications for clinical practice and public health policy; and to train others in the methodologies involved.”
Social Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry, Ph.D.
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Overview
The goal of the Social, Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry (MRC) Centre is to bridge the gap between “nature” (genetics) and “nurture” (environment) as they interact in the development of complex human behaviour, such as depression and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in children.
Launched in 1994 as a partnership between the MRC (Medical Research Council) and the thrn IoP, the Centre is a unique multi-disciplinary institution that studies social epidemiology, child and adult psychiatry, developmental psychopathology, development in the family, personality traits, cognitive abilities, statistical genetics, and molecular genetics. This unparalleled approach has inspired and nurtured collaborative research between the different departments within the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience and demonstrated its impressive multifaceted expertise
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- Programme intensity
You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-time- Full-time duration 36 months
- Average part-time duration 72 months
- Intensity Flexible
- Part-time variant Flexible
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Course study environment- Graduate research students work closely with their supervisors and enjoy regular meetings to discuss their progress. They also liaise with other members of staff with relevant research interests and are encouraged to attend and participate in departmental research presentations and other Institute seminars. There is a full induction for new graduate students on commencing their studies.
- Training courses run by the department, the Institute of Psychiatry (IoP) or through the Graduate School can be utilised as required to provide training in a wide variety of topics, from transferable skills to academic areas directly relevant to the student's thesis. In addition, most students find it useful to attend the SGDP annual week-long Summer School which provides an introduction into the technical and conceptual aspects of behavioural genomics and is an unrivalled opportunity to attend lectures by experts in the field.
English Language Requirements
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Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: Upper Second Class
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
General Requirements
Standard requirements:- Bachelor’s degree with 2:1 honours (or overseas equivalent) in psychology, behavioural, biological or mathematical sciences; or a relevant qualification in medicine; or a relevant professional qualification.
- A 2:2 degree may be considered only where applicants already have a Masters with Merit or above (or overseas equivalents) in a related subject.
- Some applicants may be nvited to interview to ensure that their academic background/work experience are appropriate and fit with the work of the SGDP Centre.
- All applicants are required to comply with King's College London English language entry requirements
Tuition Fee
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23000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 23000 GBP per year and a duration of 36 months. -
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6100 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 6100 GBP per year and a duration of 36 months.
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Part time tuition fees UK/EU: £3,050 per year
Part time tuition fees international: £11,500 per year
Living costs for London
- 1137 - 2160 GBP/monthLiving Costs
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Funding
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