Overview
About the programme
The growing field of Health Psychology involves the study of psychological processes in all aspects of health, illness, and healthcare.
Students enrolled for a PhD in Health Psychology will become members of the Manchester Centre for Health Psychology (MCHP), which is a vibrant and internationally leading grouping of researchers working in this field.
Members are sited across The University of Manchester and health and social care settings in Greater Manchester, but come together for regular events and networking opportunities.
Programme Structure
Research in the Health Psychology at Manchester includes:
- understanding psychological mechanisms involved in health
- psychobiological mechanisms
- developing and evaluating interventions that enable people to maintain good health and avoid illness
- achieving better outcomes for people with health conditions
- improving the experience and outcomes for those undergoing diagnostic and health care processes
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
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Disciplines
Psychology View 139 other PhDs in Psychology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- We require applicants to hold, or be about to obtain, an Upper Second class Honours degree, or the equivalent qualification gained outside the UK, in a related subject area for entry to a PhD programme.
- A Lower Second class Honours degree may be considered if applicants also hold a Master's degree with a Merit classification.
Tuition Fee
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International
27000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 27000 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4786 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 36 months.
- UK (per annum): Standard £4,786, Low £11,000, Medium £17,500, High £23,000
- International (per annum): Standard £27,000, Low £28,500, Medium £34,500, High £40,500
Living costs for Manchester
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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