Work in this area is wide ranging and the Department of Psychology has a strong reputation for innovative and policy-relevant high quality research. As with applied cognitive research, the department offers a vibrant and collegial research culture with a track record of externally funded projects. The International Centre for Comparative Criminological Research also provides a framework for collaborative research activity, ensuring a vibrant and supportive structure for those undertaking PhD study.
Qualifications available:
- PhD or MPhil
Fees:
- For detailed information on current fees visit Fees and funding.
Entry requirements:
- Minimum 2:1 (or equivalent) We normally expect applicants to have an appropriate masters degree, including some research methods. A recognised MSc (Research Methods) is required for Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) studentships
Potential research projects
- The application of psychological knowledge and principles to real-world contexts, including legal and policing issues
- Dual tasking capabilities affected by cognitive abilities
- Learning and problem solving in complex, real world domains
- Use of the internet as a tool for primary quantitative psychological research, including methodological issues of validity and ethics
Potential supervisors
Further information
If you have an enquiry specific to this research area please contact:
- Name:
- Emily Smith
- Email:
- psych-res-apps@open.ac.uk
- Phone:
- +44 (0)1908 653947
For general enquiries please contact the Research Degrees Team via the link under ‘Your questions’ on the right of the page.
Research degrees
Your questions
For advice about applying for a research degree, or sponsoring a research student, send us an email or call +44 (0)1908 654882.