Join our dynamic research community and pursue doctoral studies in Psychology under the guidance of internationally recognised experts. Students benefit from regular seminars, workshops, and comprehensive university support throughout their journey.
Join our dynamic research community and pursue doctoral studies in Psychology under the guidance of internationally recognised experts. Students benefit from regular seminars, workshops, and comprehensive university support throughout their journey.
We offer supervision for PhD research in a range of areas relating to Psychology.
The Faculty of Education, Health and Wellbeing (FEHW) supports the research ambitions of over 240 doctoral students across Education, Health, Social Work and Social Care, Sport and Psychology. Our research community is diverse and dynamic. We work with local, regional and international students from across the world on a very diverse range of research fields.
Internationally Recognised Expertise: The program benefits from research supervisors with internationally recognised expertise in a wide range of research methodologies.
Interdisciplinary Research Opportunities: Supervisors frequently work across subject areas, enabling unique research opportunities at the intersections of disciplines.
Vibrant Academic Community: Students are supported through a dynamic calendar of seminars and workshops, fostering a collaborative and engaging academic environment.
Broader University Research Support: Access to a comprehensive university research community, offering a wide range of resources, activities, and support systems to enhance the research experience.
Flexible Study Options: The program accommodates diverse needs, offering full-time PhD completion in three years and part-time in six years, making it accessible to various students.
Focus on Theoretical Advancement: Emphasis on conducting theoretical research projects aimed at advancing knowledge, informing further research, and influencing education and policy.
Diverse Research Topics: A broad scope of research areas is available, supported by multimedia resources like research videos for further exploration.
Many of our research supervisors have internationally recognised expertise in a range of research methodologies and frequently work across subject areas. We support students with a vibrant seminar and workshop calendar of events and sits within a and broader university research community where a very wide range of activity and support takes place.
PhD studies are typically conducted by completing a research thesis full-time (usually in three years) or part-time (usually six years). PhDs are theoretical research projects seeking to advance knowledge or understanding of a subject to inform further research, education and policy.
Many of our research supervisors have internationally recognised expertise in a range of research methodologies and frequently work across subject areas. We support students with a vibrant seminar and workshop calendar of events and sits within a and broader university research community where a very wide range of activity and support takes place.
PhD studies are typically conducted by completing a research thesis full-time (usually in three years) or part-time (usually six years). PhDs are theoretical research projects seeking to advance knowledge or understanding of a subject to inform further research, education and policy.
Course duration
This course typically takes 4 years to complete full time, or 8 years part time.
Dr Hilary Paniagua - Head of Doctoral Studies & Research Fellowships and Postgraduate Research Tutor in Psychology
Dr Manpal Bhogal - Postgraduate Research Tutor in Psychology
Dr Antigonos Sochos - Reader in Applied Psychology
Dr Caroline Wesson - Senior Lecturer in Psychology
Dr Chelsea Slater - Senior Lecturer in Psychology
Dr Christopher Cockshott - Senior Lecturer in Psychology
Dr Claire Jones - Senior Lecturer in Psychology
Dr Danielle McFeeters - Senior Lecturer in Psychology
Dr Meltem Budak - Lecturer in Psychology
Dr David Boyda - Senior Lecturer in Psychology
Dr Deborah Allen - Senior Lecturer in Psychology
Prof Joanne Lloyd - Professor of Applied Digital and Behavioural Psychology
Dr Kanika Fulcott - Senior Lecturer in Counselling Psychology
Dr Manpal Bhogal - Senior Lecturer in Psychology
Dr Roz Collings - Associate Professor of Higher Education and Ethics
Dr Satvinder Purewal - Senior Lecturer in Psychology
Dr Tom Mercer - Reader in Cognitive Psychology
Dr Niall Galbraith - Reader in Health Psychology
Aaron Duxbury - An Exploration of Altruism in Same-Sex Romantic Attraction
Chloe Francis - A mixed-methods exploration of gambling among people with intellectual disabilities
Beth Young - The Influence of Fictional Consumption on Adults' Memory
Chloe Webster-Harris - Conspiracy Theories & ASD Traits: Associations with Gender, Schizotypy, and Cognitive Processes
Jody Harrison-Brookes - Conscious Inhibition as a Means of Forgetting
We’ve built professional placements into every degree, every student will be guaranteed a professional placement. Our placements give you the real-world exposure and proven experience your CV needs, while building the industry networks essential for your career.
These short-term, structured experiences include:
Our courses are designed from day one to prepare you for your future career. You will benefit from:
Conducting original research, supervising students, securing grant funding, and contributing to academic publications.
Conduct studies in academic, governmental, or private-sector labs.
Assist individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses.
Engage in teaching and research in a University context.
Analyse data in public and private sectors.
Working in private companies as a researcher
Everything you need to know about this course!
| Location | Mode | Sep intake Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Full-time | £5006 per year | 2025-26 |
| Home | Part-time | £2503 per year | 2025-26 |
| International | Full-time | £16950 per year | 2025-26 |
The University is committed to a transparent fee structure, with no hidden costs, to help you make an informed decision. This includes information on what is included in the fee and how fees are calculated and reviewed.
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Applicants for a research degree shall normally hold either:
• a first or upper second class honours degree, or
• a master’s degree, or
• evidence of prior practice or learning that is accepted by the Dean of Research.
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English at least to the level of an IELTS score (or equivalent) of 7.0, with no individual element less than 6.0. The only exemption to this is for students who are not required to do so as per UKVI regulations: https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/knowledge-of-english.
Financial support for research study:
Before applying, you should consider carefully how you will finance your studies for the duration of your programme, including tuition fees, research support fees and living costs.
Government loans (Home Fee Status):
Government loans are available for postgraduate research students of up to £30,301, to cover fees and living expenses. More information can be found at Doctoral-loans website.
Studying in the UK:Guidance for EU students
For 2021/22 new entrants, EU, other EEA and Swiss nationals will no longer be eligible for home fee status and financial support from Student Finance England.
Self-funded:
We are able to take payments in instalments, to spread out the cost of your studies, and it is possible to switch between full-time and part-time modes of study. For more information go to How to pay.
Postgraduate Research Loyalty Discount:
To students progressing from an undergraduate programme and/or a taught postgraduate programme to a postgraduate research programme, where both courses are University of Wolverhampton Awards.
There is no time limit on how long ago you completed your degree and/or Masters level qualification, as long as the new award is at a higher level.
For full terms and conditions please see: Loyalty Discount for Postgraduate Research StudentsResearch councils:
The UK Research and Innovation funds postgraduate study in all subject areas on a discretionary basis.
University Research Studentships:
The University offers a very limited number of research stipends, formerly known as bursaries, to research students. Stipends are designed to support specific projects as determined by the Research Institute rather than individual student-led projects. Funds are accessible from the relevant Research Institute or Centre - please contact them directly.Other sources:
Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund.
You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.
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