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Overview
Research
Current research topics for Psychology degrees at the University of Dundee include:
Cognition – e.g., decision making; emotional processing. Sample topics:
- How do people make health-related decisions (e.g., food choice)?
- How do emotions affect every-day cognitive processes?
Psycholinguistics (Psychology of Language) – e.g., second language acquisition; language development; language processing (comprehension & production). Sample topics:
- How do adults learn their second language?
- What are the underlining factors to make some people learn better than others?
Development Psychology – e.g., cognitive and social development. Sample topics:
- How do babies and children learn about themselves (vs. others)?
- How do they learn to communicate with others?
Social & Health Psychology – e.g., health and mental well-being in society; minorities in society. Sample topics:
- How could people’s mental health be improved in community settings?
Culture, Mind, Well-being. Sample topics:
- How does ‘culture’ affect people’s behaviours, including cognition and mental health?
- How can each ‘culture’ learn from each other to improve its education at school?
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Our psychologists work on world-leading research across five key areas :- Clinical Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Developmental Psychology
- Social Psychology
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Due to high demand we recommend that you apply as soon as you are able. Courses may close early if all vacancies are filled.
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 87
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Psychology View 129 other PhDs in Psychology in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 87
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Other requirements
General requirements
Entry requirements:
- You should have an honours degree at 2.1 or above, and/or a Masters degree in a relevant discipline.
Once you have chosen a topic, you will need to contact the project supervisor before you submit your application.
- Email the supervisor you would like to work with
- Send a copy of your CV with qualifications and research experience
- Discuss your potential application and any practicalities (e.g. suitable start date).
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International
21940 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21940 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4786 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Dundee
787 - 1494 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Psychology.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Provided by university
Grant
4000 GBP
Deadline
08 Jan 2025
Vice Chancellor's South Asia scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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University of Dundee
Dundee, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
5000 GBP
Deadline
08 Jan 2025
Vice Chancellor's Africa scholarship (January 2025)
Merit-based
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University of Dundee
Dundee, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
6000 GBP
Deadline
08 Jan 2025
Global Excellence Scholarship (January)
Merit-based
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University of Dundee
Dundee, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
5000 GBP
Deadline
08 Jan 2025
Global Citizenship Scholarship
Merit-based
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University of Dundee
Dundee, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
10 Jan 2025
Alumni Scholarship
Merit-based
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University of Dundee
Dundee, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2025
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2025
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1652 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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