London South Bank University

PhD Psychology

London South Bank University

Course overview

The PhD Psychology at the London South Bank University is designed for graduates who have a passionate desire and research interests in psychological sciences and wish to carry out independent research under the supervision of top professionals in the field of psychology. The programme allows full-time and part-time study, with distance learning options available.

This programme focuses on learning in areas including data interpretation, development of advanced research methods, critical analysis, psychological theory, and professional communication. The students will work closely with supervisors to ensure that the university's research standards are properly followed. The assessment method involves submitting a doctoral thesis in the final year.

Entry requirements

Interested applicants for a PhD in Psychology at London South Bank University are to submit a personal statement discussing their interest in the programme and a relevant postgraduate qualification, preferably a merit at Masters level. Applicants are also to submit a research proposal and two academic references as part of their application, and provide proof of all of their qualifications.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants are usually required to have a good honours degree (2:2 and above) with a relevant Masters at Merit or Distinction level.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants who do not speak English as their first language need an overall of at least 7.0 at the postgraduate level.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • LSBU Loyalty Award

    20% discount on the tuition fee.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship

    £5,000 discount from headline gross tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    Sports scholars can receive up to £1500 financial support per annum, as well as assistance in competition travel and entry.

  • The Cambridge Education Group (CEG) Progression Award

    The LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship offers a £5,000 tuition fee discount for the first year of undergraduate or postgraduate taught study.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Global Success Scholarship

    The Global Success Scholarship is worth up to £4,000 and awarded to international students to provide them a springboard to kickstart their global career at LSBU.

  • The Transnational Education (TNE) Partner Award

    Value: £5,000 tuition fee discount per academic year

    Up to £5,000

  • The Vice Chancellor’s International Merit Award

    £2,000 for each academic year.

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates with a PhD Psychology from the London South Bank University may pursue job roles such as:

  • Academic researcher in psychology
  • University lecturer or tutor
  • Clinical research coordinator
  • Policy adviser in mental health services
  • Research consultant in the commercial or public sectors

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the PhD Psychology in the London South Bank University is £17,600 per year for international students. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.

Admission

Interested applicants can apply for the course directly on the university's official website. For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.

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