PhD Psychology at Queen's University Belfast

The School of Psychology PhD community is central to its research environment, with students appointed to research projects aimed at building research capacity in prioritised areas. Research may cover development, social, cognitive, health and biological psychology. Registration is full-time or part-time under a supervisory team appointed by the University, with thesis submission at the end of three years full-time.

Department: School of Psychology  |  Duration: 3 years full-time (part-time equivalent available)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

An independent research project in an area such as developmental, social, cognitive, health or biological psychology, supervised by a team appointed by the University.

Career pathways

Graduates may pursue postdoctoral research positions, fellowships or lectureships in psychology, move into clinical or educational psychology training, or take research positions in the private or public sectors.

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