PhD in Psychology

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Over the past two decades, psychology has become one of the most popular degree topics in the world. It is a fascinating subject that helps us to understand the ways in which our mind, brain, relationships and societies work. Here at UNM, we offer high-quality doctoral training to postgraduate students who wish to pursue an MPhil or PhD. As a research student, you will work with two members of our academic staff and become a member of one of our seven research groups. Due to the diverse nature of research within the school, there are many different possibilities for MPhil and PhD projects. Postgraduate training at The School of Psychology is designed to provide you with essential research skills and equip you with communication, information technology, personal development and employment-related skills. This training can be tailored to meet your individual needs.Why choose this programme?The School of Psychology is consistently ranked amongst the top schools in the United Kingdom and is among the leading centres for research and teaching in the world. At our Malaysia Campus, we have first class facilities and talented scholars working on cutting-edge research. We also enjoy connections with other leading universities across the world and undertake collaborative research with a range of partners both locally and internationally.Course contentDue to the diverse nature of research within the school, there are many different possibilities for MPhil and PhD projects. Progression through both programmes involves satisfactory completion of annual research activity reports as well as some optional taught courses. This rigorous training is designed to provide you with necessary research skills and equip you with communication, information technology, personal development and employment-related skills. This training can be tailored to meet your individual needs. You will also be expected to attend the school’s research seminars.Research spans nine themes :Active VisionAnimal BehaviourAutism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)Face and object processingHuman-computer InteractionLanguage and developmentMemorySocial psychology and affective scienceVision and attentionCareersPsychology postgraduates can progress to a career in research and higher education both in the public and private sectors. Research psychologists employed by businesses may work on a wide variety of projects from creating new ways of targeting advertising campaigns, developing new forms of 3D cinema or even assessing new drugs to treat depression.Job prospectsA psychology degree equips graduates with a diverse set of skills that are in high demand across various fields of work.

Faculty of Science and Engineering