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PhD in Chronic Pain, Sensory Hypersensitivity and Neurodiversity Cardiff University in United Kingdom

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Psychology

Funding

Competition-funded 4-year PhD studentship through the GW4 BioMed3 MRC Doctoral Landscape Programme. Funding includes UK tuition fees, a Doctoral Stipend at the UKRI National Minimum (£21,805 p.a. for 2026/27, updated annually), and up to £5,000 per annum for research training and support costs. International students are eligible; the partners cover the difference between home and international tuition fees, but students must personally cover visa, healthcare surcharge, and relocation costs.

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Oct 21, 2026

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United Kingdom

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Cardiff University

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Keywords

Psychology
Biology
Neuropsychology
Medical Science
Chronic Pain
Neurodiversity

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About this position

PhD opportunity at Cardiff University in Chronic pain, sensory hypersensitivity and neurodiversity, hosted by the Cardiff School of Psychology and linked to the GW4 BioMed3 Doctoral Landscape Programme.

This project explores why chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, dysmenorrhea and back pain are often associated with heightened sensitivity or aversion to everyday sensory input, and why chronic pain is more prevalent in neurodivergent people (including autistic and ADHD individuals). The research will investigate central sensitisation and test potential mechanisms contributing to it.

Study area keywords: psychology, neuroscience, chronic pain, sensory hypersensitivity, neurodiversity, central sensitisation, biomedical research.

Funding: 4-year fully funded studentship with UK tuition fees, a UKRI-rate stipend (£21,805 p.a. for 2026/27, updated annually), and up to £5,000 per year for research training and support. International applicants are eligible; the programme covers the difference between home and international tuition fees, though visa and healthcare surcharge costs remain the student’s responsibility.

Eligibility: applicants should have, or be about to obtain, a first or upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in medical sciences, computing, mathematics or the physical sciences. A lower second-class degree may be considered with a relevant master’s degree. English language requirements must be met by the start date.

Application window: applications open on 2026-09-09 and close at 17:00 on 2026-10-21. Up to two projects may be selected, but only one application per candidate is allowed.

Start date: 2027-10-01. Informal enquiries: [email protected].

Funding details

Competition-funded 4-year PhD studentship through the GW4 BioMed3 MRC Doctoral Landscape Programme. Funding includes UK tuition fees, a Doctoral Stipend at the UKRI National Minimum (£21,805 p.a. for 2026/27, updated annually), and up to £5,000 per annum for research training and support costs. International students are eligible; the partners cover the difference between home and international tuition fees, but students must personally cover visa, healthcare surcharge, and relocation costs.

What's required

Applicants must have obtained, or be about to obtain, a first or upper second-class UK honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate area of medical sciences, computing, mathematics or the physical sciences. A lower second-class degree is considered only if accompanied by a master's degree (at the University of Bath this must be at least a Merit). Academic qualifications are considered alongside significant relevant non-academic experience. International applicants must meet the English language requirements of the host university by the start date.

How to apply

Visit the GW4 BioMed website and complete the online application form for an 'offer of funding'. You may select up to two projects and submit one application only. If shortlisted, you will later need to apply for an 'offer to study' at the chosen institution.

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