Ph.D. in Psychology

The PhD in Psychology aims for students to go through rigorous, in-depth scientific research. As part of this research process, the programme encourages student participation in the activities of a number of relevant  Departments, Schools, or organised research units of the University. The fields of interest are usually, but not limited to, Clinical, Counselling, Cognitive, Experimental, Educational, Developmental Psychology or Neuropsychology.

PROGRAMME INFORMATION

1

3-5 YEARS

ENGLISH or GREEK

FULL TIME

AWARDED BY NEAPOLIS UNIVERSITY

PROGRAMME PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

The Ph.D. programme in Psychology aims to train future researchers in the field of Psychology. The programme focuses on developing the necessary skills for graduates to become independent researchers at the post-doctoral level. The programme comprises several areas of specialization; however, candidates will have to propose projects within the specialist areas within the supervisor’s fields of expertise.
Doctoral students are expected to design and execute an independent original research project and produce a Dissertation. Through their research project, students are expected to provide significant evidence of an original contribution to knowledge, develop or apply innovative research or intervention methods, and consequently, advance scientific knowledge in an area of Psychology.

Specific aims of the programme are for students to:

  • Develop an in-depth understanding and critical analysis of current literature and research methodology in the field of Psychology.
  • Enhance their research skills and facilitate the development of expertise relevant to their research specialization area.
  • Educate students on disseminating research findings through publishing in academic journals and presenting their work in academic conferences and seminars.
  • Prepare students to conduct high-quality and internationally recognized independent research.

PROGRAMME LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After completing the Programme, students should be able to:

O1. Demonstrate a systematic understanding of a specific field of Psychology and mastery of the skills and research methodology associated with that field.

O2. Demonstrate the ability to conceive, design, implement and adapt an actual research process with scholarly and ethical integrity.

O3. Have made a contribution through original research that extends the frontier of knowledge by developing a substantial body of work, some of which merits national or international refereed publication.

O4. Be capable of critically analysing, evaluating, and constructing new and complex ideas.

O5. Be capable of communicating with their peers, the larger scholarly community, and with society in general about their areas of expertise through, for example, conferences presentations, seminars, lectures, and research articles.

O6. Be able to promote technological, social, or cultural advancement in the field of psychology within academic and professional contexts.

O7. Be knowledgeable and able to follow the research code of ethics in the field of Psychology.

PROGRAMME INFORMATION

Ph.D. in Psychology

Doctoral Programme TitleStudy GuideScientific Fields - Cognitive ObjectivesDepartment
Ph.D. in Psychology (Greek - English)Click hereClick hereDepartment of Psychology

THESIS LANGUAGE

The Ph.D. thesis may be submitted in Greek or English.

DOCTORAL STUDIES UNIT

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OUR FACULTY & STAFF

Marios Argyrides

Professor in Counseling Psychology

Head of the Department of Psychology

Marios Argyrides is an Professor in the Department of Psychology at Neapolis University and a Licensed Psychologist in Cyprus. He received a PhD in 2006 in Counseling Psychology from Tennessee State University...

Andri Christodoulou

Lecturer in Clinical Psychology

Coordinator of MSc in Counselling Psychology

Director of the Counselling Center for Research and Psychological Services (SKEPSI)

Dr. Andri Christodoulou is the Director of the Counseling Center for Research and Psychological Services (SKEPSI) and a Lecturer in Clinical Psychology in the graduate Counseling Psychology program at Neapolis University of Pafos...

Christiana Koundourou

Lecturer in Special Needs

Coordinator of MSc in Educational Psychology (Conventional and Distance)

Director of the Center of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (CE.S.E.N.D)

Christiana Koundourou is a lecturer in Special Needs, in the School of Social Sciences, at Neapolis University in Paphos. She holds an Undergraduate Degree in Special Educational Needs from...

Constantina Zamba

Lecturer in Counselling Psychology

Dr. Constantina Zamba is a registered Counselling Psychologist and a Lecturer in Counseling Psychology at the Department of Psychology, School of Health Sciences at Neapolis University Pafos....

Glykeria Reppa

Lecturer in Educational Psychology

Glykeria Reppa is a lecturer in Educational Psychology at Neapolis University Pafos. She has studied Psychology (European University of Cyprus) and Physical Education and Sports Science...

Lina Efthyvoulou

Lecturer in Counselling Psychology

Dr Lina Efthyvoulou is a registered Chartered Counselling Psychologist, a Lecturer in Counselling Psychology and Supervisor at the Department of Psychology, School of Health Sciences, Neapolis University Pafos.

Marilena Mousoulidou

Assistant Professor of Cognitive Psychology

Coordinator of BSc in Psychology

Marilena Mousoulidou is an Assistant Professor in Cognitive Psychology. She received her PhD in Cognitive Psychology from the University of Leicester, UK (2010) and her BSc in Psychology from the University of Derby, UK (2004)...
A PhD programme which offers our graduates all the necessary skills to follow a research-based academic path in their chosen field of psychology.

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