PhD in Psychology

The Doctoral School of the University of Szczecin, located in Szczecin, offers a PhD program in Psychology taught in English, with studies beginning on 2026-10-02 and an application deadline of 2026-05-07. As a doctoral track, the program is built around independent research culminating in a dissertation, carried out under the guidance of a supervisor within the psychology department. Doctoral study in psychology typically follows coursework, seminars and original research, during which candidates develop and defend a research proposal, collect and analyze data, and eventually write and defend a dissertation. Candidates often specialize in an area such as clinical psychology, cognitive psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology or neuropsychology, depending on the research interests of available supervisors and the strengths of the doctoral school. Along the way, doctoral students commonly gain experience presenting at academic conferences, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and in many programs, teaching or assisting with undergraduate courses. A PhD in Psychology prepares graduates for careers in academic research and university teaching, as well as roles in applied research settings such as government agencies, healthcare systems, or private research organizations. For international students, pursuing doctoral study in Szczecin offers the chance to work within the Polish and broader European research community while studying in English, and the University of Szczecin's Doctoral School provides a structured, multi-year framework for advancing from a completed master's degree to an independent research career. Admission to programs of this kind generally involves an application process assessed by faculty within the relevant discipline, with places awarded based on research fit and academic preparation.