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We have 336 Psychology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
Psychology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
We have 336 Psychology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
Forgetting unwanted memories in sleep
This project will examine the role of sleep in forgetting. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is characterised by uncontrollable and distressing memories about prior events. Read more
Superageing – functional neural markers and cognitive phenotypes
Ageing is typically accompanied by cognitive decline, most notably in episodic memory performance. The rate of decline and its extent vary greatly, and the underlying mechanisms are not well understood. Read more
(MRC DTP) The impact of hearing impairment on neuropsychological functioning and quality of life following treatment for paediatric brain tumours
This is a unique opportunity for a candidate with a background in psychology to work on the important problem of quality of life after childhood cancer. Read more
(MRC DTP) Development and implementation of medication safety interventions for patients on opioid medications in secondary care
Opioids are widely prescribed for both acute and chronic pain management, but rising prescription rates have contributed to an opioid crisis in many high-income countries. Read more
Investigating the Neurocognitive Mechanisms Underlying the Benefits of Classroom Exercise Breaks in School-Age Children
Introduction. Classroom exercise breaks (CEB) are suggested to improve children’s executive function, attention and concentration in schools. Read more
Exploring the interplay and mechanisms between sleep, circadian rhythms and physical activity in relation to physical and mental health
Understanding the interplay between physical activity and sleep is important for improving physical and mental health. A proposed mechanism linking physical activity with improved sleep is through regulation of circadian (24-hour) rhythms in the body. Read more
Measurement of mental health in ethnically and geographically diverse populations
Many tools to assess mental health were developed based on behaviours and feelings in white western populations. 18% of the UK population belong to Black, Asian, mixed, or other ethnic groups, and more than 80% of people who have mental health disorders live in a low- or middle-income country. Read more
Do experiences in Virtual Reality change body perception and satisfaction, in individuals with and without eating disorders
Congenital heart disease (CHD) affects 1/110 births, causes 220,000 deaths/year and affects 13+ million worldwide. The aetiology of CHD is complex, with evidence of both genetic and environmental causes, and identifying sub-phenotypes of CHD remains challenging. Read more
Transmission of self-harm from parents to children: identifying mechanisms and informing intervention
This interdisciplinary PhD project will provide training in epidemiology, genetics, and advanced longitudinal methods. Read more
Contactless vital signs and movement monitoring and brain development in extremely premature infants- a translational study
Currently used wired contact-based sensor system for vital sign monitoring in extremely premature babies, born before 28 weeks of pregnancy, could damage their skin and impede skin-skin contact with their parents, affecting parent-infant bonding. Read more
SEDarc (ESRC) PhD scholarships at the University of Sussex for research in the Social Sciences (2025)
The University of Sussex is offering ESRC-funded studentships via the South East Doctoral Training Arc (SEDarc) partnership across Social Sciences PhD programmes commencing September 2025. Read more
Funded Studenship: Long term player talent development in elite academy football: Influence of physical performance, match and training load PHD
The Carnegie School of Sport and Leeds United Football Club are looking to recruit a talented and highly motivated individual to undertake a full-time funded PhD studentship. Read more
PhD Opportunity - Dietary Fibre Impact in Healthy Children
'TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK INSTITUTION WEBSITE'. Summary. The impact of dietary fibre in health and disease prevention in adults is well established but very limited evidence exists for children. Read more
PhD Studentship in Mechanical Engineering: Improve motor learning in children through connecting robots
Award Summary. 100% of home fees covered, and a minimum tax-free annual living allowance of £19,237 (2024/25 UKRI rate). . Overview. Read more
PhD Opportunity - Identifying the mechanism of action of physical activity in treating depression
'TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK INSTITUTION WEBSITE'. Project outline: Depression is a common and debilitating illness, affecting over 300 million people worldwide. Read more