About our programmes
We offer three types of research degree: PhD, MSc by Thesis and MRes Research Methods in Psychology.
The PhD programme is three years full-time (or five years part-time). You will research and write a 100,000 word thesis on a topic in which we are able to offer supervision. Alongside your research you will complete research training modules (minimum 60 credits) from the Postgraduate Training Scheme run by the Doctoral College.
The MSc by Thesis is one year full-time (or two years part-time). You will research and write a 50,000 word thesis on a topic in which we are able to offer supervision. Alongside your research you will complete research training modules (minimum 20 credits) from the Postgraduate Training Scheme run by the Doctoral College.
The MRes Research Methods in Psychology comprises 60 taught credits and a 30,000 word research thesis. The taught credits are gained through completion of two compulsory modules covering advanced quantitative research methods and other professional research skills, alongside one elective module (from a choice of three) chosen based on the student’s training needs.
Please note, the MRes Research Methods in Psychology is only available full-time with a September start. The PhD and MSc by Thesis can be taken part-time with a varied start date.
Apply for research programmes in Psychology
- Dr Bernice Wright
- Dr Blake Morton
- Dr Chiara Guerrini
- Dr David George
- Dr David Smith
- Dr Emily Mather
- Dr Fiona Earle
- Dr Henning Holle
- Professor Igor Schindler
- Dr Julie Castronovo
- Professor Kevin Riggs
- Dr Mary-Ellen Large
- Dr Michael Lupton
- Dr Paul Skarratt
- Dr Rachel Anderson
- Dr Richard O'Connor
- Dr Shane Lindsay
- Professor Stephen Dewhurst
- Dr Susan Stebbings
Details
Open for admission in 2024/25
| Qualification | Full time | Part time |
|---|---|---|
| MRes Research Methods in Psychology | 1 year | |
| MSc by Thesis | 1 year* | 2 years* |
| PhD | 3 years* | 6 years* |
* The length of programme registration will be longer as it includes the maximum writing-up phase. For further details on how research degrees are structured at Hull, and thesis submission expectations scroll down to the bottom of this page.
Start in January, May or September
Get in touch
Visiting PGRs: Please contact a supervisor in the subject area you are interested in or email [email protected].