Magdalen Vernon PhD Studentship in Psychology, Neuroscience, Psycholinguistics, or Clinical Language Science
Fully funded PhD opportunity in cognitive and clinical neuroscience at the University of Reading’s School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences.
Best for:Best for graduates with a strong background in psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, or related fields, seeking to pursue interdisciplinary research in cognitive and clinical neuroscience.
Overview
This fully funded PhD studentship at the University of Reading’s School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences offers a three-year opportunity to conduct research in psychology, neuroscience, psycholinguistics, or clinical language science. The School is renowned for its work in psychopathology, affective neuroscience, cognitive control, and clinical language disorders, with a strong track record in research excellence. Successful applicants will join a vibrant postgraduate community and contribute to cutting-edge research in areas such as emotional disorders, bilingualism, and neurolinguistics. The studentship honours Professor Magdalen Vernon, the first female Head of Psychology at Reading, and provides a maintenance stipend, tuition fee coverage, and research support.
What you'll do
- Conduct original research in psychology, neuroscience, psycholinguistics, or clinical language science under the guidance of supervisory faculty.
- Develop and execute experimental or theoretical projects aligned with the School’s research strengths.
- Present research findings at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
- Collaborate with peers and faculty to contribute to a dynamic research environment.
- Engage in professional development activities and participate in postgraduate training programs.
- Contribute to teaching and mentoring opportunities, if applicable, within the School.
Requirements
Degree required: A good (1st or 2.1) first degree in psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, language therapy, or a related subject. A master’s degree in a relevant discipline is beneficial.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; proficiency suitable for academic research and instruction (no specific test score mentioned).
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in psychology, neuroscience, or linguistics.
- Ability to conduct independent research and analyze complex data.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Familiarity with research methodologies in cognitive or clinical neuroscience.
- Applicant must qualify for Home fee status (UK, Republic of Ireland, or eligible international students meeting residency criteria).
- No age restrictions mentioned, but standard UKRI eligibility rules apply.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-04
Applicants must submit an online PhD application via the University of Reading’s portal, including a CV, academic transcripts, certificates, and a 500-700 word research proposal. Additionally, they must complete a dedicated Magdalen Vernon PhD Studentship Application Form. Applicants are encouraged to discuss their research proposal with academic staff before applying. Quote reference **DRC27-001** in the funding section of the online application.
- CV
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Research proposal (500-700 words)
- Magdalen Vernon PhD Studentship Application Form
Contact
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