Clinical Psychology Doctoral Programme

There is a highly talented programme team who take great pride in delivering a highly innovative and stimulating learning environment, with research-informed teaching, novel curriculum design and a growing international dimension.

The programme mission is to produce high calibre clinicians who, through the application of theory, knowledge and research, can dedicate their clinical careers to making a positive difference to the lives of people in distress. Joining a profession that works with people at vulnerable times to empower them to realise change is a huge privilege.

Programme Structure

Modules include:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
• Evidence and Values Based Practice
• Neuropsychology
• Research
• Systemic Therapy

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Upper Second Class

English Requirements

TOEFL iBT 98 or IELTS 7

General Requirements

• A minimum of a 2:1 degree in Psychology, conferring GBC with confirmation of outcome provided by the start of the shortlisting process in February or equivalent.
• An applicant with a 2:2 in their undergraduate degree will be considered where the applicant has successfully completed (at the point of application) a postgraduate research programme at Masters, PhD or DPhil level. This course must be classified as a research degree (i.e. a Masters by research). The research component would normally be at least 50% of the course. A taught master’s degree, including a taught master’s degree in research methods, is not sufficient.