Clinical Psychology PhD / MPhil

Program Overview

The Clinical Psychology PhD/MPhil program at the University of Liverpool is a research-focused program that prepares students for careers in academia, clinical practice, or the NHS. It is open to students with a variety of backgrounds, including those with a first degree in Psychology or a related discipline. The program is internationally acclaimed, with the Institute of Psychology, Health and Society recognized for its world-leading research.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Clinical Psychology PhD/MPhil program at the University of Liverpool is a research-focused program that allows students to delve into various aspects of psychology and human behavior. The program is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct clinical research in a variety of settings, including mental and physical healthcare. The program is open to students with diverse backgrounds, including those with first degrees in Psychology, those who already have professional qualifications in Psychology, graduates of disciplines other than Psychology, and professionals in other related disciplines. The program offers both full-time and part-time options, with up to 24 students registered at any given time. The program is internationally acclaimed, with the Institute of Psychology, Health and Society recognized for its world-leading research in the latest Research Excellence Framework (2021).

Careers:

The program prepares students for a variety of career paths, including:

• Academic career in research and teaching: Some students pursue careers in academia, contributing to research and teaching.
• Further training in applied psychology: Some students go on to specialize in areas like Forensic or Clinical Psychology.
• Careers in the NHS: The program equips students for roles within the National Health Service (NHS).
• Continuing professional development: For students already working in the NHS, the program can serve as part of their continuing professional development.

Other:

The Institute of Psychology, Health and Society conducts research in various areas, including:

• Effectiveness of health services
• Social origins of health
• Social inequalities in healthcare
• Mental health and well-being
• Evaluation of psychosocial interventions and therapies
• Perception
• Language development
• Pain
• Addiction
• Appetite
• Offending behavior
The Institute collaborates with a diverse range of partners, including:
• Academic colleagues from universities worldwide
• Industrial partners
• NHS and other healthcare providers
• Politicians and political administrators
• Police
• Partners across civil society
The Institute's research spans various geographical locations and areas of human behavior, including:
• Respiratory disease in Central America
• Psychological well-being of young mothers in the Middle East
• Attitudes towards epilepsy in Asia
• Innovative therapies for psychological problems
• Managing substance use and obesity
• Helping people return to work after ill-health
• Innovative food policies
• Policing of terrorist incidents
The Institute's research is characterized by:
• Research excellence
• Real-world impact
In addition to postgraduate research, the Institute contributes to:
• Undergraduate teaching in the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
• Clinical services through local NHS Trusts
The Institute has several research groups, including:
• Mental Health in Context
• Addiction
• Forensic and Investigative
• Psychology of Healthcare

|Fees|Currency| | ----------- | ----------- | |UK students|Full time: £4,786 Part time: £2,393| |International Students|Full time: £29,750 (Band A) - £23,400 (Band B) Part time: £14,900 (Band A) - £11,700 (Band B)|