Psychology, Sport and Health Sciences (Distance Learning) PhD by Publication

The School of Psychology, Sport, and Health Sciences is committed to advancing education, research, and practice across diverse disciplines. We delve into the intricate workings of psychology, health, physiology, sport science, and sport performance while also focusing on the development and management of sport and the significance it has in society.By exploring expertise from various disciplines, we offer a holistic approach to understanding and improving health, well-being, and human performance. We aim to equip our students with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to succeed in their chosen careers and make a positive impact on society – whether they are aspiring to become Chartered Psychologists, sporting experts, healthcare professionals, or educators.We also hold an Athena SWAN bronze award for our commitment to gender and social equality in the workplace.TeachingWe offer a wide range of professionally accredited and research-informed psychology and sport science courses. Both our undergraduate and postgraduate degree pathways reflect the thematic strengths of the school, providing an educational platform that bridges the gap between science and application while providing excellent student support that creates a pleasant and helpful environment.Our psychology courses pay particular attention to supporting students outside of lectures so they get the best out of our degrees and kick-start their careers as a psychologist. Students regularly meet their tutors and access one-on-one supervision while they work on their chosen psychological research project as they explore the intricacies of how psychology works.A PhD by publication is a postgraduate research degree that's based on research you've already undertaken and had published (excluding self-publishing) before registering with us.Depending on the subject area, peer reviewed academic papers, complete books, chapters in anthologies, or equivalent materials accepted for publication, exhibited or performed may be eligible. You'll have to submit these materials for examination between 6–12 months after registering with us.These materials will be accompanied by a commentary of 5,000–10,000 words, which outlines your work's coherence, significance and contribution to knowledge, and you'll be examined through an oral defence of your research, known as a viva voce. Applicants must have held a first or higher degree from a UK higher education institute – or a recognised equivalent non-UK degree of the same standard – for at least 5 years.

Applicants must have held a first or higher degree from a UK higher education institute – or a recognised equivalent non-UK degree of the same standard – for at least 5 years. To be considered for a PhD by publication, you'll need to have held an undergraduate or postgraduate degree – awarded either by a UK higher education institute or a recognised non-UK equivalent – for at least 5 years.