DClinPsy Clinical Psychology
University of PlymouthPlymouth, United Kingdom
Course overview
Become a competent and capable clinical psychologist. Receive training which emphasises psychotherapy, reflective practice, complex clinical issues and applicable research skills. As the first in the country to be approved through a joint partnership between the Health and Care Professions Council (HPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS), and having run since 1982, this programme will enhance your psychological career and enable you to become a highly reflective scientist practitioner.
Key highlights
- Training emphasises psychotherapy, reflective practice and complex clinical issues
- Develops applicable research skills alongside clinical practice
- First programme approved through joint HCPC and BPS partnership
- Established programme running since 1982
- Prepares graduates to work as reflective scientist practitioners
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — or above
Scholarships
International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship
£4,000 off tuition fees in year one
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Clinical psychologist
- NHS clinical psychologist
- Clinical psychology researcher
- Psychological therapies service lead
Cost of study
UK/Home:
International applicants
we are preparing to accept self-funded applications from international applicants for our 2026 intake via our University of Plymouth admissions process, please continue to check here for updates and information about how to apply. Home fees applicants: currently applicants must be eligible for home fees status. | International:
International applicants
we are preparing to accept self-funded applications from international applicants for our 2026 intake via our University of Plymouth admissions process, please continue to check here for updates and information about how to apply. Home fees applicants: currently applicants must be eligible for home fees status.
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Plymouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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