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Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD/MPhil Psychology in London United Kingdom | City St George's, University of London
City St George's, University of London
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London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
13,500
(c. USD18,144)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Psychology PhD program aims to cultivate your abilities as an autonomous researcher while equipping you with versatile skills for your post-graduation career.
Below is a general outline of the student journey. Keep in mind that as a research-based degree, each student's path will be tailored to their specific research topic.
You'll become part of a distinguished department with a legacy of groundbreaking research, maintaining both psychological traditions and contemporary research excellence.
We foster an active research community and offer specialized supervision across various disciplines. Key research areas currently include cognitive neuroscience, decision science, and behavioral economics. Advanced research methodology courses are available to strengthen your investigative capabilities.
Our cutting-edge facilities feature:
Two advanced EEG labs
A transcranial magnetic stimulation lab
An infant research lab
Behavioral labs equipped with eye-tracking technology
Psychophysiological monitoring suites
A comprehensive psychometric test library.
Your work will contribute significantly to our thriving research environment.
Year 1
Based on prior qualifications and supervisor consultation, first-year students may enroll in MSc-level courses to enhance core research methodologies (see our Research Methods MSc) and subject expertise (see our MSc programs in Organizational Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Health Psychology, and Clinical, Social and Cognitive Neuroscience). Most Year 1 time is dedicated to research question development and literature review, with some students initiating data collection.
Year 2
Second-year students finalize their literature review, establish their thesis framework, and complete most empirical and analytical work. Some may require specialized training in advanced research techniques.
Year 3
The third year focuses on concluding empirical work, thesis composition, and disseminating findings through publications or conference presentations while exploring career opportunities.
Year 4
While most students complete their thesis within three years, a fourth year may be used for final revisions and submission.
MPhil Status
All research students begin registered for an MPhil. PhD registration requires successful completion of a formal review typically occurring during the second year.
Degree Requirements
To earn a Psychology PhD, candidates must demonstrate:
Comprehensive understanding of existing literature and current academic discourse
Capacity for sustained, high-level research with mastery of relevant theoretical and practical aspects
Ability to effectively communicate research findings through an academic thesis.
Program Length:
Full-time: 2–4 years
Part-time: 4–7 years
PhD by prior publication: 1 year
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants should demonstrate the following: A track record of high academic achievement, demonstrated by a good undergraduate degree with at least a second class (upper division) pass or equivalent; Good research methodological skills as demonstrated through relevant research experience and/or a good Masters level degree with at least a pass with merit (or equivalent); Excellent communication skills, both written and oral (see also the section on English language Requirements); Excellent planning and time-management skills. 
For students whose first language is not English, the following qualifications will meet the English language requirement for entry to a postgraduate course of study: A first degree from a UK university or from the CNAA. A first degree from an overseas institution recognised by City as providing adequate evidence of proficiency in the English language, for example, from institutions in Australia, Canada or the USA. GCE O-level/GCSE English language or English literature, grade C minimum. Cambridge ESOL CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English) at grade C or above. An overall score of 7 in the English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum of 7.0 in writing. TOEFL iBT in-person and Home Edition: 100 overall with no less than 23 in Listening, 24 in Reading and Writing, 25 in Speaking.
Tuition
GBP
13,500