MPhil/PhD Psychological and Behavioural Science at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Develop an in-depth understanding of human behaviour. Here at LSE, we conduct psychological and behavioural science research on pressing social issues related to organisations, developing countries and public policy. As a research student, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute original research to the field of psychological and behavioural science.

Department: Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science | Duration: Three to four years, minimum two years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: 27 September 2027 - for January start contact the department | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MPhil/PhD programme can include taught courses on both methodology and theory. The precise courses you may be required to attend will vary and exemptions may apply depending on your prior experience and qualifications. Compulsory and core courses include Current Research in Psychological and Behavioural Science.

Career pathways

Students who successfully complete the programme often embark on an academic career. This data is drawn from the latest 2023/24 Graduate Outcomes Survey, conducted by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA).

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Application information

Entry requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this programme is an upper second class honours (2:1) bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), plus high merit (65+) in master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant area. English language requirement: Research (IELTS 7.0 overall with 7.0 in reading and writing and 6.5 in listening and speaking).

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,368 a year (2027/28). First-year fee; likely to rise over the duration of the programme. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,300 a year (2027/28). First-year fee; likely to rise over the duration of the programme. Source

Intake: 27 September 2027 - for January start contact the department

Duration: Three to four years, minimum two years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.lse.ac.uk/study-at-lse/Graduate/Prospective-students/How-to-Apply

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