Doctorate in Psychology (Top-up) at Teesside University

Programme overview

A part-time top-up doctorate for HCPC-registered practitioner psychologists, developing research skills and an original research project in applied psychology, supervised within the Centre for Applied Psychological Science.

Duration: 2.5 years part-time | Intake: January or September | Study mode: part-time | Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Advanced Independent Work Preparation and Advanced Independent Work, leading to a research project that makes an original contribution to knowledge or professional practice. Delivery is blended.

Career pathways

Graduates enhance their research skills and applied knowledge and gain a higher qualification that supports career progression.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An MSc (or equivalent) in psychology; current HCPC registration as a practitioner psychologist, maintained throughout; at least two years' experience in applied psychology and current practice; an agreed research supervisory team; and an agreed research project plan, submitted on the template, that fits the department's research themes. Applications are not accepted without an agreed supervisor. Applicants need a PC or laptop with microphone, webcam and reliable internet. Applications cannot be accepted from international students requiring a student visa.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,005 for the whole programme (2026/27). Not eligible for fee discounts Source

Intake: January or September

Duration: 2.5 years part-time

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