Research Degrees at Winchester
Our research students are treated as individuals not numbers, and are a valuable part of our research community.
View contentThe research student experience
As a research student at Winchester you will join a thriving community of staff and postgraduate students who share scholarly interests, attend seminars and conferences and social events. Support mechanisms are first-class and the learning environment is professional but friendly. All our research students are encouraged to become active contributors to the University's vibrant research community.
All research students are administered by the University of Winchester Doctoral School, which also hosts the viva voce examinations and provides training for both research supervisors and research students; see below for more information on research training.
Current self-funded opportunities
Opportunities in Forensic and Investigative Psychology
From the role of culture in interviewing witnesses to approaches to detecting deception, explore the exciting research degree opportunities in the Centre for Forensic and Investigative Psychology.
How to apply
Everything you need to know to apply for a research degree
Studentship opportunities
We regularly offer exciting opportunities for doctoral studentships, both fully funded and fees-only. Find out more about our Studentships.
Research training
At Winchester, research training is an essential part of research candidature.
The Doctoral School runs Research Training events throughout the year. In addition, research students register for a Postgraduate Certificate in Research Skills which runs alongside their MPhil or PhD. The PGCert is made up of three 20-credit modules and is taught at a distance using technology-enhanced learning.
As well as offering students the opportunity to reflect on their own research, the PGCert also engages students in the dissemination of their work and with their own career development. Research students are also able to take modules preparing them for teaching in Higher Education as part of the research training programme.
Contact us
For any queries, please do not hesitate to email the Doctoral School.