PhD Psychology at University of Buckingham

Find out about our PhD Psychology by Research programme based in our vibrant and inclusive School of Psychology. The School of Psychology fosters a culture of collaborative, multidisciplinary research and you will join a vibrant community that includes regular work-in-progress seminars to foster an active research environment. You will join this environment and have the opportunity to engage with the postgraduate research group and attend seminars with external speakers. We hold an annual postgraduate conference, giving you the chance to showcase your research and further connect with other students and staff.

Faculty: School of Psychology  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September 2026, January 2027, April 2027, July 2027  |  Location: Buckingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The aim of the Research Programme is to help students develop the following: A systematic and in-depth understanding in the subject area of choice of research by the student. To give students the opportunity to undertake a substantial independent research project at Level 7 of writing for an MSc and level 8 of writing for a PhD. Research skills necessary to demonstrate familiarity with and understanding of the subject, its principal sources and authorities.

Career pathways

Our graduates have gone on to further study at PhD level and to employment in a variety of Psychology roles. This includes careers in academic roles and in health professions.

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