Psychological Research

Warwick's Psychology Department offers you the opportunity to gain practical experience in research through placements across different laboratories working on thematically related research, followed by your own research project in which to explore a topic of your choice.

The application deadline for this course is: Friday 11th July 2025.

Specifically designed for students who wish to pursue an academic research career, the course offers first-hand research experience through placements in different laboratories, working on thematically related research. This lab rotation offers strong candidates for doctoral research more scope to explore different topics within their areas of interest than the traditional options at Master’s level.

Two placements taken during the course allow you to contribute directly to your chosen supervisors’ research. A subsequent research project then gives you the chance to put this experience into practice in developing your own area of study, supported through the advice of relevant academics. Possible themes include (but are not limited to):

Sensorimotor Control

Cognition and Emotion

Development of Language and Communication

Evolutionary Psychology

Alternatively, you can plan your own pathway based on our research expertise.

Skills from this degree 1. Practical experience in research through placements across different laboratories that allow you to explore themes beyond traditional research boundaries 2. Advanced data analysis skills 3. Scientific communication skills or equivalent relevant skills of your choice

This information is applicable for 2025 entry. Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrolment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our website before you apply.