behavioural PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 181 behavioural PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Identifying risk factors for hyper-arousal in response to infant distress

Anglia Ruskin University ARU School of Psychology and Sport Science

Research Group: Centre for Mind and Behaviour

Research Group. Centre for Mind and Behaviour. Proposed supervisory team. Dr Elizabeth Kirk. Dr Jacob Dunn. Dr Matt Bristow. Theme. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Kirk

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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An experimental cybersecurity study of human factors in phishing attack susceptibility

Anglia Ruskin University ARU School of Computing and Information Science

Research Group: Cyber Security and Networking Research Group

Research Group. Cyber Security and Networking Research Group. Computing, Informatics and Applications Research Group. Proposed supervisory team. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Abroshan, Dr I Van der Linde

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Warwick Business School: PhD Programme

University of Warwick Warwick Business School

Develop yourself as an early career researcher with our prestigious Doctoral Programme. We are pleased to offer the following two courses for 2024 entry. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) Business Research Programme

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Interoception of breathing and the effects on the cortical control of balance

Coventry University Centre for Physical Activity Sport and Exercise Sciences

Coventry University (CU) is inviting applications from suitably qualified graduates for a fully funded PhD position commencing September 2024. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M H Hill

27 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Movement behaviours, cardiometabolic health and quality of life in adults from Black ethnicity

Coventry University Centre for Health and Life Sciences

Introduction. Chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease are linked to lifestyle behaviours, and disproportionately affect Black adults. Read more

Supervisor: Dr N O Okwose

27 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Understanding the factors that influence psychosocial functioning in older people with bipolar disorder

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Bipolar disorder is classified as a lifelong, recurrent condition, associated with functional decline and a reduction in quality of life (Michalak et al., 2005; Bonnín et al., 2012). Older adults are estimated to represent approximately 25% of people diagnosed with bipolar disorder (Ljubic et al., 2021). Read more

Supervisors: Dr E.T Tyler, Dr K Berry, Dr J Palmier-Claus

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Smart Multi-Sensor Instrument for Personalized Assessment of Gait and Stability in Elderly and Frail Individuals

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

This research project aims to design, develop, and evaluate a smart multi-sensor instrument capable of personalized gait and stability assessments. Read more

Supervisor: Prof H Yu

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Neuronal control of appetite: investigating the role of the extracellular matrix in controlling neuronal activity in the hypothalamus

University of Bradford Faculty of Life Sciences

Research Group: Chemistry and Biosciences

Appetite regulation is complex, and its dysregulation has serious implications for health, being observed in multiple conditions e.g., obesity, anorexia, and type 2 diabetes. Read more

Supervisors: Dr SM Dickens, Dr G Helfer

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Biological rhythms and the dopamine system in cognitive dysfunction

University of Bradford Faculty of Life Sciences

Research Group: Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics

Psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia are associated with metabolic syndrome, obesity and diabetes. Schizophrenia affects 1.1% of the population and although not the most common psychiatric condition it is arguably the most severe and debilitating. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S McLean, Dr G Helfer

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Trusted-Edge and Semantic-based Approach for Dependable IoT and Smart Systems

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

The integration of sensors and embedded devices for the purpose of data acquisition to support human activity recognition, management of living challenges, and behavioural patterns for the purpose of proactive decision making has continue to open more direction of research in smart home applications such as Ambient Assisted Living (AAL). Read more

Supervisors: Dr OB Bamgboye, Prof X Liu

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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PhD/MSc+PhD in Economics

Lancaster University

The Department of Economics at Lancaster University Management School (LUMS) is inviting applications for entry into its PhD and Integrated PhD (one-year Masters plus four-year Doctoral study) programmes. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) Social Sciences Research Programme

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Assessment Framework for Inclusive Sustainable Public Places

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Traditional social life. While the social aspect is the most recognisable benefit known for urban places, many other benefits could be identified. Read more

Supervisor: Assoc Prof I Kenawy

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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An agent-based modelling approach to assess the decision-making strategies in community-scale flood resilience

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Flooding is a natural disaster that can have severe consequences for communities, causing damage to infrastructure and homes and even leading to loss of life (Auliagisni et al., 2022). Read more

Supervisors: Dr NF Fernando, Prof MD Deakin

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Understanding how mutations in the kinase TLK2 cause a neurodevelopmental disorder

University of York York Biomedical Research Institute

Tousled-like kinase 2 (TLK2) was recently identified as a novel genetic locus for a neurodevelopmental disorder. Patients predominantly possess de novo mutations in TLK2, leading to a reduction in its expression or kinase activity. Read more

Supervisors: Dr G Evans, Dr I Hahn

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Research at UEA Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences

University of East Anglia

Our diverse research programme includes links with our partners across the Norwich Research Park (Quadram Institute, John Innes Centre, Earlham Institute, The Sainsbury Laboratory), our NHS trust partners (NNUH, QEHKL, JPUH, NSFT, ESNEFT, NCH&C) and the ICB (Norfolk and Waveney, and Suffolk and North East Essex). Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) 4 Year PhD Programme

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We have 181 behavioural PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

behavioural PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 181 behavioural PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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