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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Cardiff University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    JUL

  • Duration

    3 years

Course summary

The School of Psychology is an excellent environment in which to do research. Research training is a strong feature of our Psychology PhD programme. The School of Psychology is an excellent environment in which to do research. We welcome applications from students interested in researching for a PhD in the areas of Biological, Cognitive and Social Psychology. The research undertaken in the School ranges from ‘synapse to society’, and includes normal behaviour in development and adulthood, the breakdown of cognition after stress, trauma and in neurological and/or genetic conditions, as well as key psychological issues of broad importance to society, such as prejudice, reproductive health and optimising performance at work.

Tuition fees

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£ 25,450per year

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University information

Cardiff University

Cardiff University

  • University League Table

    22nd

  • Campus address

    Cardiff University, PO Box 921, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3XQ, Wales

Cardiff University has a welcoming and vibrant international community, with over 7,500 students coming from more than 130 countries.
Cardiff is a truly global institution with more than 200 partnerships and formal research links worldwide, giving students access to unique opportunities.
A wide range of dedicated support services for international students, including pre-departure advice, airport pickups, personal tutor guidance and more.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    7th out of 118 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 220
    172 78%

    13th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    10th

    1
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.02 75%

    82nd

    7

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