Studying for a PhD with UEL’s School of Psychology will push you to the limit - and you’ll be supported all the way by our world-class academic staff.

The School of Psychology has a thriving research community, with a strong tradition of theoretical and applied research. Our research integrates cross-disciplinary expertise from experimental, developmental, health, clinical and social psychology.

Current research is grouped into six clusters: cognition and neuroscience, developmental psychology, drugs and addictive behaviours, health promotion and behaviour, psychology and social change, and the psychology of education.

Home student closing application dates for September 2020 Entry
The closing date for September 2020 entry is Wednesday 1 July 2020. This allows us to process applications in good time, arrange interview panels and allow time for staff annual leave before enrolment in September 2020.

Home student closing application dates for January 2021 Entry
The closing date for January 2021 entry is Monday 16 November 2020. This allows us to process applications in good time, arrange interview panels and allow time for staff annual leave before enrolment in January 2021.

Research proposals give us a better understanding of the area you want to study for an MPhil, PhD via MPhil or PhD Direct course.

You don’t have to follow a predetermined structure when writing your proposal, but it’s a good idea to include a title that describes the aims and scope of your research, and information on how your ideas fit in with the research interests of UEL.

Other important elements include: relevant academic literature, how your research will advance knowledge in this area, and a possible methodology. You should also include a timescale for your research.

To find out more about how to write your research proposal, see our research proposal guidance.

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