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Psychology at University of Birmingham - UCAS

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Course summary

Hone your research skills and pinpoint the area you are passionate about with our Psychology PhD. Build a robust foundation for a rewarding career in this dynamic field. Ignite your potential and shape the future. Benefit from unparalleled research opportunities across a wide range of psychological themes, with strong partnerships connecting you to leading institutions, hospitals, schools, industry, and government both locally and globally. Expand your horizons and make an impact! Our School of Psychology features three dynamic research centres: the Centre for Human Brain Health, Centre for Developmental Science, and Institute for Mental Health, all fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Throughout the academic year, we host seminar series where students can engage with world-renowned researchers and present their own work.

  • Innovative Research Hubs - Engage in cutting-edge research at the Centre for Human Brain Health, Centre for Developmental Science, and Institute for Mental Health.
  • Global Seminars - Attend inspiring lectures by world-renowned researchers, with chances to present your own work.
  • International Experience - Study abroad in exciting such as Paris, Berlin, and Copenhagen through the Turing Scheme.
  • Collaborative Network - Partner with local schools, nurseries, and various university departments for interdisciplinary projects.
  • Industrial Connection - Collaborate with leading industrial companies and local/national government departments to bridge theory and practice.
  • Diverse studentship support - access support from range of doctoral training centres, e.g., MRC-AIM, BBSRC-MIBTP, ESRC-MGS, CENTRE-UB.

Assessment method

Research project.


Entry requirements

2:1 Honours Degree (for the PhD) or we require a 2:2 for the MSc by Research


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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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

For more detailed information on available funding and fees for postgraduate courses please visit: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/fees-funding
Psychology at University of Birmingham - UCAS