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Research students

  Les Spaine
Enrolled: May 2010 - present; part-time
Research interests: Non-biopsychology (social, developmental and cognitive psychology)
Academic background: Psychology BSc (London Metropolitan University), Psychology MSc (Open University), Teaching PGCE (University of Greenwich)
Experience of Kingston: The psychology academic staff and the administrative staff have all been extremely helpful. The access to a private PhD room has helped me to both concentrate on my research and to perform paid-administrative duties, whilst I have also learnt key skills such as Sona Systems, aiding with research and conference promotion.
Future plans: Teaching and research
  Ana Aznar
Enrolled: October 2009 - present; full-time
Research interests: Children's understanding of emotions, how they relate with their parents, and siblings, theory of mind...
Academic background: Psychology BSc, Psychology MSc (Kingston University)
Experience of Kingston: My experience is really positive. I have received a lot of support with my project and have also been given the opportunity to collaborate in other research projects, as well as teaching undergraduates.
Future plans: Teaching and research
  Guler Dunne
Enrolled: October 2009 - present; full-time
Research interests: Child developmental psychology
Academic background: Psychology BSc
Future plans: Research
  Lydia Kearney
Enrolled: October 2008 - present; full-time
Research interests: Abnormal psychology
Academic background: Psychology BSc, Psychology MSc
Experience of Kingston: My time at Kingston has been enjoyable. Full time staff provide a good atmosphere to work in, and are supportive of my research and interests. I have also enjoyed the opportunity to teach undergraduate students.
Future plans: Teaching and research
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