Course summary
Join the University of Southampton, a global top 100* research-intensive university. This PhD by research in Psychology gives you an opportunity to engage in world class research at the University of Southampton. With the help of a supervisory team, you will develop and conduct novel research in Psychology. You'll benefit from our bespoke laboratories, for research across the different disciplines in Psychology, including our fMRI and ERP facilities, VR labs, and our other cutting-edge research tools. *QS World University Rankings 2025
Modules
The PhD by Research programme is an entirely research-oriented programme in which students conduct original research under the guidance of their supervisors.
Assessment method
At Southampton, assessments are designed to equip you with the skills you need for success in your career. On this course, you'll be assessed through essays, oral presentations, case reports, structured clinical assessments, a research thesis with viva voce, portfolio/clinical logbook, and evaluation of clinical competence on placement including assessment of recorded therapy sessions.
How to apply
International applicants
English language requirements: band C, IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components.
Entry requirements
We expect you to have successfully completed a Bachelor's degree (at least a 2.1 or international equivalent) or Master’s degree (Merit or international equivalent) in Psychology or related discipline. Having already completed a Master’s degree is considered desirable but not necessary.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Please see our website for further updates:
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/fees/postgraduate.page#postgraduate_research_fees
Sponsorship information
Funding may be available through the South Coast Doctoral Training Partnership
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ