PhD in Psychology

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

27

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Rentention Rate

75

Diversity

Others:

10%

Europe:

5%

Asia:

2%

United Kingdom:

10%

North America:

3%

Republic of Ireland:

70%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

75%

Top recruiters

Boston Consulting Group

Accenture

EY

PwC

Google

Amazon

Microsoft

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$14,500 / year

Overall Cost

$29,500 / year

FAQs

• Are there funding or scholarship opportunities available?
  
  Yes, the University of Galway offers a range of funded PhD scholarships, including EU-funded projects. For example, the YOUTHREACH project provides a fully funded PhD scholarship in youth mental health, covering tuition and a stipend. Other scholarships and funding opportunities are regularly advertised on the university’s website.
• What are the tuition fees for the PhD in Psychology?
  
  For EU students, part-time fees are €4,250 per year (plus a student levy of €140), with a slight increase for 2025/26. For non-EU students, fees are higher, and all students must pay the student levy.
• What is the duration and structure of the PhD programme?
  
  The structured PhD is offered both full-time and part-time. Full-time programmes typically last 3-4 years, combining independent research with interdisciplinary taught modules and professional skills training. Some specialized PhDs, such as Clinical Psychology, are three years full-time.
• What research areas are available for PhD study?
  
  The School of Psychology has recognized strengths in clinical, behavioural and biological psychology; lifespan development; perception, cognition and action; and psychology and health. There are also specialist PhD tracks in areas like Health Psychology Practice, Clinical Psychology, and Applied Behaviour Analysis.
• What are the entry requirements for the PhD in Psychology at the University of Galway?
  
  Applicants must have at least an upper second-class honours degree (2:1 or equivalent international qualification) in psychology. Admission is at the discretion of the potential supervisor and Director of Research, and is based on a research proposal discussed with a relevant staff member.