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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Aberystwyth University - Penglais Campus
Full Time
Sep 2026
3 Year
The Department of Psychology is home to over 400 undergraduate and postgraduate students. Our staff are committed to a student-centered approach to both our teaching and research activities. As a post-graduate in Psychology, you will be supervised by individuals who are experts in their respective areas, active in research, and who use the latest research findings to inform these activities. The Department’s degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society, a mark of quality widely acknowledged by employers in the professional field and which grants the opportunity for our under-graduates to gain membership of the society. We also have wide-ranging expertise, from experimental cognitive science through to sports performance and forensic psychology. The University has a thriving graduate community supported by continuous professional development opportunities and a range of facilities designed to enable you to reach your highest potential. Postgraduate students are integral to the Department of Psychology; opportunities to develop learning and teaching skills, in some cases applied experience, and opportunities to present ideas, data and applied experience in a dynamic, supportive and engaged environment.
Tuition Fees are subject to an annual increase. Students should be aware that on some courses there are additional charges during your studies for field trips and use of additional resources.
