As a postgraduate student you will need to pay annual tuition fees to the University for your programme of study. You may be able to apply for funding to help you cover your costs. When planning your finances, you will also need to consider other expenses such as living costs, accommodation fees and study materials.
Fees
These vary according to the type of programme you choose (eg research or taught; classroom-, laboratory- or workshop- based; clinical). Fees charged for full-time non-EU international students include the full cost of tuition, examinations, Students’ Union membership and research support expenses. Find out more about programme fees.
Also visit the University's Postgraduate fees and funding page for more information.
Discount on postgraduate courses
There is a 10 percent discount on postgraduate courses for University of Southampton final-year students and alumni. Find out more.
Scholarships
Various scholarships are available - for up to date information please find out more here
Funding
The Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsych) programme currently receives Strategic Health Authority (SHA) funding, and placements are primarily within Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Trainees are employed and paid by an NHS Trust as trainee grade clinical psychologists.
The Doctorate in Educational Psychology (DEdPsych) programme is currently funded by the National College for Teaching and Leadership.
There are other sources of funding too, however. It's worth considering the following sources:
- Research council awards - find out more at www.rcuk.ac.uk. Check application deadlines but remember that you have to have a place on a course before you can apply.
- University/department bursaries.
- Bursaries for vocational training from organisations such as the NHS.
- Charities and trusts.
- Career development loans.
- Employer sponsorship.
- Knowledge Transfer Partnership – KTP provides a great opportunity to combine a higher degree with industrial experience and a salary. Find out more by going to www.ktponline.org.uk
More Information
For further information about postgraduate study in the Psychology academic unit at the University of Southampton, please visit:
Postgraduate Study in Psychology
Or, contact:
Postgraduate Taught admissions:
PGTapply.FSHS@soton.ac.uk
Postgraduate Research admissions:
Psych-pgr.fshs@soton.ac.uk
How to Apply for a Postgraduate Programme?
Applications can be made online here: How to Apply
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