University of Northampton

Psychological and Sociological studies MPhil/PhD/PhD by Published works

University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton

Course overview

All of the Academic Divisions in the Faculty of Health, Education and Society invite Research applications from graduates in Sociology, Psychology, or similar disciplines. This MPhil/ PhD / PhD by Published Works programme offers an excellent route to expand your knowledge and research skills. Undertaking a Research degree is an exciting opportunity but can also be quite daunting as there are lots of stages to think about including application, arrival, admission, expectations, and progression to name but a few.

At the University of Northampton, we believe it is important that, although our research students are working on individual projects, they are not working in isolation. We offer a range of opportunities for training and developing skills. You will be supported by a team of supervisors and ongoing peer support.

Successful defence of the final thesis will provide you with the highest level of degree that any UK university can award; a PhD qualification is respected around the world and can offer an excellent opportunity for career progression in a range of fields. Application deadlines: October intake is 1 August and March intake is 11 December

Key highlights

  • Research routes via MPhil, PhD or PhD by Published Works
  • Supervision from a team of supervisors with ongoing peer support
  • Range of research training and skills development opportunities
  • Research in sociology, psychology or related disciplines
  • Highest UK degree level, respected worldwide for career progression

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — or above

Scholarships

  • Alumni PGCE Bursary Award

    This will be a £500 cash payment that will not have to be repaid and does not affect the payment of a student’s maintenance loans.

    Up to £500

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Sir John Lowther Scholarship

    The Sir John Lowther Scholarship provides financial awards of up to £2,000 to a postgraduate student within the Arts.

    Up to £1,000

Careers this course leads to

  • University lecturer
  • Postdoctoral researcher
  • Social researcher
  • Research psychologist
  • Policy analyst
  • Research consultant

Cost of study

International: £16,850

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Northampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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