Mental Health -Doctor of Philosophy

City, University of London

United Kingdom, London

University Rank:#310

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Duration2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 19,500 / Year

Next IntakeOctober 1, 2026

Mental Health -Doctor of Philosophy

About

As an PhD/MPhil researcher at City’s Centre for Mental Health Research, you will be contributing to a body of knowledge and expertise. Making a direct impact on people’s health and well-being.

Our research on Mental Health addresses the complex links between mental and physical ill-health. We cover including some of the biggest healthcare challenges facing society, such as dementia and depression.

We work closely with clinicians, patients, carers and service managers across a range of disciplines to carry out research to improve mental health care and communication for people of all ages in all settings.

Our pioneering approach to involving patients and carers throughout the research process has earned us an international reputation. Bolstered by strong links with government bodies and major health charities.

You will join a research community that is leading the way in how we look at mental health care and communication. Research will be enhanced by the outcome focused environment of our Centre for Mental Health Research

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Entry requirements vary by subject area and applicants should approach academic staff working in their area of interest. Here you can discuss your proposal ahead of submitting an application.

Applicants should normally hold an upper second class honours degree or the equivalent from an international institution.

Where the applicant's academic profile shows no evidence of training in research methods, it will normally be recommended that students first complete an MSc or MRes programme. This is to prepare them for MPhil/PhD studies.

Substantial employment or research experience may be considered for some subject areas alongside or in place of academic qualifications.

English requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, an IELTS score of at least 7 (with a minimum of 7.0 in writing) is required.

For more information see our main entry requirements page.

Visa requirements

If you are not from the European Economic Area / Switzerland and you are coming to study in the UK, you may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study.

The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

Students on courses of more than six months
Students on courses of less than six months
Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

For more information see our main Visa page.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

19,500 / year

Mental Health -Doctor of Philosophy

City, University of London

United Kingdom, London

Go to Official Website