Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027
- Apply before Nov 2026, International
- Apply before Dec 2026, National
- Starting September 2027
- Application deadline not specified.
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 79
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Buckingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Overview
In the Psychology programme from University of Buckingham, you will join one of our four research hubs described below, all of which are engaged in inter-institutional collaborations, including some with non-academic partners such as health-care providers.
Features
- We are happy to consider research proposals on a wide range of topics relevant to our hubs, but may also be looking to fill specific research roles in some areas.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Cyberpsychology, including cyberbullying and other online risks
- Motivations and social effects of gaming
- Human robot interaction
- Cyber versus real world behaviour
- Bystander behaviour, prosocial behaviour and social identities
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants are normally expected to have the minimum of a 2:1 degree in Psychology or related discipline.
- Age is no barrier to learning and we welcome all applications from suitably qualified students.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 27,521 AUD / year (≈ 14,500 GBP / year)
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 15,691 AUD / year (≈ 8,267 GBP / year)
Living costs
Buckingham, United Kingdom: 1,253-2,164 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Psychology.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- The Desborough Bursary — Provided by University of Buckingham, Grant 5000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant 1000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships — Independent provider, Grant 3500 USD, Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified
- Scholarships for PhD Students — Independent provider, Grant 19000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 28 Feb 2027
- Amberscholar Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant 6000 USD, Deadline: 31 Jan 2027
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant 1000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant 1000 USD, Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant 1000 USD, Deadline: 13 Jan 2027
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Independent provider, Grant 3000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids — Independent provider, Grant 22500 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria — Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant 1500 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Independent provider, Grant 12000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027
- “The Hope For Healing” Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant 5000 USD, Deadline: Not specified
