Overview
Our research groups are committed to advancing the understanding of human behaviour at a theoretical level whilst translating knowledge into real-world applications and interventions to improve mental health & wellbeing, cognition, and performance.
Our Psychology research at University of Salford adopts a rigorous approach to studying the human mind, brain, and behaviour with a focus on delivering positive societal impact.
Features
- Supported by extensive facilities our research is centered around the following main themes: Applied Cognition; Neurodiversity, Psychological Health and Wellbeing across the Life Course; and Politics, Policy, and Practice.
- We are also home to the Autism and Criminal Justice Hub.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- This programme will enable you to develop valuable skills in conducting research, ethical research practice, data collection, data analysis, open and reproducible science practices, oral and written communication, and scientific writing.
- You will have access to a wide range of training, supervisory expertise, and excellent research facilities.
- The research training you receive will be individually tailored to your needs and programme of research.
- Your supervisory team will discuss this with you once you join the programme.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
If you’re an international student, please submit your application at least ten weeks before your course starts.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Psychology View 139 other PhDs in Psychology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
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
We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.
Get your student insurance nowStarting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.
Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Salford and/or in United Kingdom, please visit Student Insurance Portal.
Other requirements
General requirements
- A minimum of an upper second class (2:1) undergraduate degree or equivalent in psychology or a related discipline.
- International applicants will be required to show a proficiency in English. An IELTS score of 6.5 (with no element below 5.5) is proof of this. If you need to improve your written and spoken English, you might be interested in our English Language courses.
Tuition Fee
-
International
16000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16000 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4780 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4780 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Salford
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.
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.
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility