PhD / MPhil / MD Clinical Psychology at University of Liverpool

Undertake research that has real-world benefits with our Clinical Psychology PhD/MPhil/MD. You’ll explore clinically relevant topics in collaboration with academics, clinicians and experts by experience. The Institute of Population Health conducts internationally acclaimed research into many aspects of psychology and human behaviour.

Faculty: Faculty of Health and Life Sciences  |  Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 5-6 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time also available  |  Intake: Year round  |  Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research topics include Chronic conditions and polymorbidity; Big data – CIPHA and System-P; Visual impairment in acquired brain injury; Global mental health; Children and families; Older adults; Primary care and community mental health; Suicide and self-harm; Dementia and ageing; Clinical psychology (including forensics, pain, dementia, and physical health).

Career pathways

Some research students will go on to an academic career in research and teaching. Some students go on to undertake further training in an area of applied psychology (for example, forensic, clinical, health) and to careers in the NHS.

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