Overview

Studying for a PhD in Psychological and Behavioural Medicine at University of Glasgow offers a uniquely rich, interdisciplinary environment where cutting-edge scientific research can make meaningful changes to people’s lives.

Key Features

They bring together experts in psychology, medicine, public health, systems science and behavioural science to tackle some of the most pressing health challenges of our time. From preventing long-term conditions to improving patient care and shaping health policy. A fundamental value for this programme is understanding and addressing inequalities in health.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understanding and treatment of mental health problems

Complex interventions for mental and physical health problems

Developing interventions to improve uptake of cancer screening and reduce inequalities

How in person and online social networks affect health and behaviour

How methods from mathematics, physics and complex systems science can understand health and behaviour

Psychological factors in recovery from psychosis

Learning disabilities

Understanding and preventing suicide

Neurodiversity and neurodivergence

Diagnostic tools in epilepsy genetics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Psychology Medicine Organisational Behaviour View 87 other Masters in Organisational Behaviour in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent.

Before applying please make sure you gather the following supporting documentation:

Final or current degree transcripts including grades (and an official translation, if needed) – scanned copy in colour of the original document.

Degree certificates (and an official translation, if needed): scanned copy in colour of the original document.

Two references on headed paper and signed by the referee. One must be academic, the other can be academic or professional. References may be uploaded as part of the application form or you may enter your referees' contact details on the application form. We will then email your referee and notify you when we receive the reference.

MVLS cover letter must be completed and uploaded with a copy of your CV.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

33210 GBP / year

≈ 33210 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5238 GBP / year

≈ 5238 GBP / year

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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