Psychology (IMS)

Goldsmiths, University of London
Undergraduate PhD Full-time 3 Years Psychology

About this course

The Institute of Management Studies (IMS) will equip you with a sound understanding of the methods and skills necessary to conduct high-level research, using a wide range of approaches and techniques.

  • It includes a broad training in behavioural and social science research methodologies, including the fundamentals of qualitative research and advanced level quantitative research.

  • Supervision can be offered in any of the areas of departmental activity, as reflected in the research areas of our staff.

  • As an MPhil/PhD student, you will receive training in and develop wide-ranging research skills, including:

    - Database searching and bibliographic skills - Managing and analysing data - Communication skills - Quantitative and qualitative research methods - Handling legal and ethical issues in research - Research design and project management

  • You will attend and contribute to research seminars and, through the Institute of Management Studies, the Centre for Creative and Social Technologies, Department of Psychology, the Institute for Creative and Cultural Entrepreneurship and Goldsmiths-wide courses. You will also be encouraged to develop practical skills such as public speaking, poster preparation, scientific writing, and strategies for interacting with the media.

  • You will meet regularly with your supervisor at every stage, and develop a structured approach to designing, executing, analysing and writing up your research.

  • During your first year, you may take a range of taught modules including research design and analysis, advanced statistics, theoretical issues, project management, global leadership, organisational behaviour and health, workplace coaching and counselling, and training and development.
  • Study Options

    This course is available in 4 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: PhD

    Location: London

    Part-time

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: PhD

    Location: London

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MPhil

    Location: London

    Part-time

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: MPhil

    Location: London

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3219 Health associate professionals
    2462 Probation officers
    2229 Therapy professionals
    3214 Complementary health associate professionals
    2224 Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists
    3229 Welfare and housing associate professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    London
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Psychology