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  • Qualification

    MPhil - Master of Philosophy

  • Location

    Newcastle University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    JAN

  • Duration

    12 months

Course summary

Our MPhil Psychology specialises in many research areas of psychology. We accept both funded and self-funded students.

Overview

This MPhil and PhD in Psychology receives funding from UK research councils and charities.

Our Psychology MPhil and PhD cover many areas of specialism in psychology, including:

  • evolutionary psychology
  • perception and cognition
  • animal behaviour, neuroscience
  • social psychology
  • forensic psychology
  • Clinical and health psychology

You'll research developmental disorders of perception and cognition. You'll address the development and assessment of cognitive models. This includes cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) as treatment for:

  • bipolar disorder
  • psychosis
  • anxiety
  • developmental disorders
  • Your development

Each faculty offers a researcher development programme for its postgraduate research students. We have designed your programme to help you:

  • perform better as a researcher
  • boost your career prospects
  • broaden your impact

Through workshops and activities, it will build your transferable skills and increase your confidence.

You’ll cover:

  • techniques for effective research
  • methods for better collaborative working
  • essential professional standards and requirements

Your programme is flexible. You can adapt it to meet your changing needs as you progress through your doctorate.

Our Careers Service

Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 29,800per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Newcastle University

  • University League Table

    26th

  • Campus address

    Newcastle University, King’s Gate, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, NE1 7RU, England

Newcastle University is a global leader in ageing and health, data, cities and place, one planet, culture and creative arts.
Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
Dedicated teams support students during application, before arrival and as they settle into life in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    24th out of 118 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    157 74%

    27th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    10th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.00 75%

    80th

    10

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