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We have 40 Developmental Psychology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Non-European Students
Developmental Psychology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Non-European Students
We have 40 Developmental Psychology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Non-European Students
Department of Psychology
This programme presents the opportunity to join our international and interdisciplinary research community working within the fields of developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, neuroscience and neurocognition or social processes. Read more
Neurodiversity in sport: from PE to elite sport
The idea of neurodiversity or being neurodivergent (ND), as opposed to neurotypical (NT), emerged in the 1960s in relation to autism, but now encompasses several conditions. Read more
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and the Menopause: From understanding to management
ADHD is characterised by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Although originally considered a childhood condition, it is now known to impact all ages, meaning taking a lifespan approach to ADHD is critical. Read more
Identifying drivers of language development in children’s interactions
The University of Manchester
Faculty of Humanities Doctoral Academy, School of Arts, Languages and Cultures
Language skills are vital to children’s ability to thrive in school and elsewhere. In order to support children’s language development we need to understand the aspects of early interaction that drive their learning (Donnellan et al, 2019; Down et al, 2015). Read more
The Friendship Project: Supporting Friendships and Social Participation for Children with Down Syndrome in Mainstream Primary Schools
The University of Manchester
Faculty of Humanities Doctoral Academy, School of Environment, Education and Development
This PhD offers an exciting and unique opportunity to conduct a collaborative project that will have a direct impact on social and emotional development and educational inclusion of children with Down syndrome in mainstream primary schools in the UK. Read more
Breaking the cycle: understanding how mothers moderate the impact of Intimate partner violence (IPV) on children’s cognitive development in the Dominican Republic (in collaboration with Psychosocial Care Centre (CAPS), INTEC)
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) affects millions of women and children globally, with significant consequences for child development. Read more
Improving identification and access to support for low mood in boys (in collaboration with Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust)
Rates of mental ill-health across genders are concerning and appear to be on the increase. But identification and help-seeking behaviours appear to be uniquely complex for young males. Read more
Gaming the morning routine: Assessing the use of gamified digital technology (Jam Up!) for helping Autistic children with their morning routine. (in collaboration with Spectrum Tailored Technology Ltd (STT). (developer of Jam Up!))
Jam Up! is a digital toolbox implemented as a mobile app, designed to empower autistic children to gain autonomy with daily tasks, like getting dressed, using gamification. Read more
Learning from children and young people with complex needs about their experiences of trauma informed care: What works and why? (in collaboration with Lincolnshire Children and Young People’s (CYP) Complex Needs Service (CNS))
Since December 2023 the University of Lincoln have worked closely with Lincolnshire’s Children and Young People’s Complex Needs Service (CYPCNS) establishing strong links through a multi-phase evaluation project informing local policies and practice with potential for broader policy impacts. Read more
Examining attitudes towards abstinence from alcohol in the UK: a multi-perspective investigation
Research Group:
Psychology
Alcohol remains the most significant drug of choice for citizens across the UK [1]. In 2021, 350 alcohol-specific deaths were registered in NI, one less than in 2020 when the highest number of alcohol-specific deaths was ever recorded in the region [2]. Read more
Regret in adolescents
Research Group:
Psychology
Regret is a complex cognitive emotion arising from the realization that an alternative action could have led to a better outcome. Read more
Evaluating the role of Positive Psychology in Promoting Mental Health and Wellbeing in Northern Irish Primary Schools
Research Group:
Psychology
The mental wellbeing of children in Northern Ireland (NI) is declining (ARK, 2023). Given this, implementing strategies to increase child wellbeing and resilience have become increasingly desirable (The Children’s Society, 2024). Read more
What do toddlers REALLY know?
Research Group:
Psychology
Understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts begins to emerge between the ages of 2 and 5 years, but the period of development between 2 to 3 years… Read more
Brief Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)-based interventions for depression: An evaluation of AWARE’s ‘Mood Matters’ and ‘Live Life to the Full’ programmes.
Research Group:
Psychology
The extent to which the citizens of Northern Ireland experience challenges with mental ill-health has been well documented. Read more
Understanding primary-secondary and childhood-adolescence transitions: the Wellbeing in Northern Ireland Schools (WiNIS) study.
Research Group:
Psychology
This PhD will continue WiNIS, a longitudinal study of school-aged children living in Northern Ireland (NI) (previous data sweeps have been collected at age 8-9 and 10-11 years). Read more