PhD in Psychology

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

27

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Rentention Rate

98.9

Diversity

Africa:

1%

EU:

10%

Others:

1%

North America:

2%

Others:

5%

Asia:

1%

UK:

80%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

99%

Top recruiters

Boston Consulting Group

Accenture

KPMG

EY

PwC

Google

Amazon

Microsoft

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$20,350 / year

Overall Cost

$35,350 / year

FAQs

• What support and facilities are available for PhD students?
  
  PhD students receive supervision from departmental staff and have access to wider academic and pastoral support services. The School houses three clinical research facilities focused on autism, anxiety and depression, and speech and language therapy, and provides purpose-built research facilities.
• Are there funding or studentship opportunities available?
  
  The university offers a range of PhD studentships and bursaries, including the Magdalen Vernon Studentship and SEDarc PhD Studentships, which are open to both UK and international applicants. These typically cover fees, provide a stipend, and include a research training support grant.
• What are the tuition fees for the PhD in Psychology?
  
  For students starting in 2025/26, annual fees are £5,006 for UK/Home students and between £21,250 and £23,900 for international students, depending on the fee band. Part-time and distance learning options are also available with proportionate fees.
• What research areas can I pursue in the PhD Psychology program?
  
  The School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences supervises research in areas including clinical language sciences, neuroscience, psychology, and psycholinguistics. Specific research topics include psychopathology (depression, anxiety, autism), diet-brain interactions, language development and impairment, multilingualism, and vision.
• What are the entry requirements for the PhD in Psychology at the University of Reading?
  
  Applicants need at least a 2:1 bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) or a master’s degree in a subject related to their proposed research topic. International applicants must also demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English.