Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Program By Coventry University |Top Universities

Program overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

Other

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Doctorate in Clinical Psychology course has been developed between Coventry University, the University of Warwick and NHS providers and was established in 1998. It has a long history of training effective clinical psychology practitioners who have become highly valued and respected members of the health and social care workforce. The course is situated within the School of Psychological, Social and Behavioural Sciences at Coventry University, which is one of three schools within the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. The programme is also embedded within the Department of Psychology (Faculty of Science) at the University of Warwick. The D.Clin.Psych benefits from this academic arrangement as the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at Coventry has one of the strongest health and social science profiles in the country and the University of Warwick is one of the UK’s leading research universities. This context aims to provide an inspiring environment for training clinical psychologists to work in the NHS and trainees additionally benefit from having access to the combined facilities of two universities.

Program overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

Other

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Doctorate in Clinical Psychology course has been developed between Coventry University, the University of Warwick and NHS providers and was established in 1998. It has a long history of training effective clinical psychology practitioners who have become highly valued and respected members of the health and social care workforce. The course is situated within the School of Psychological, Social and Behavioural Sciences at Coventry University, which is one of three schools within the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. The programme is also embedded within the Department of Psychology (Faculty of Science) at the University of Warwick. The D.Clin.Psych benefits from this academic arrangement as the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at Coventry has one of the strongest health and social science profiles in the country and the University of Warwick is one of the UK’s leading research universities. This context aims to provide an inspiring environment for training clinical psychologists to work in the NHS and trainees additionally benefit from having access to the combined facilities of two universities.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

3.3+
7+
All candidates, at the time of application, must be eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS). Candidates should normally have at least a 2:1 honours degree and be proficient in the use of English. If English is not the candidate's first language, and they haven't studied at degree level in English, then proficiency will need to be demonstrated to the level of IELTS 7 or equivalent. Additionally, applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have relevant clinical experience, an understanding of the NHS and a commitment to working in it. The programme is not able to offer any accreditation of prior experience or learning (APEL) routes. Candidates are normally required to hold a current driving licence and have their own transport. In line with other courses nationally, successful applicants will not be expected to be enrolled for other postgraduate studies when commencing clinical training.
3 Years
Sep

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Coventry University offers a range of undergraduate courses aimed to challenge and support students to achieve their ambitions, from students coming from school or college to those returning after an education break.   

 

Their undergraduate programmes cover a wide range of subject areas, including:

  
 

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Coventry University offers flexibility with full-time and part-time study, multiple course start times, as well as online learning.  There are also campuses in London and Scarborough as well as Coventry.   

 

They put students first with expert teaching staff, continual investment in their facilities, and environments and services designed to help students maximise their potential. Their Disruptive Media Learning Lab and experimental learning areas will inspire their students to think differently. They also have specialist writing and maths support centres offering advice and guidance on writing assignments, maths and statistics problem solving.  

 

Undergraduate fees vary by course, always check the course page online for the most up to date information. Students from the UK can pay through loans, directly and sponsors and international students can pay directly through various methods including via Western Union and bank transfer. Find information on government funding, plus there other financial support options available.   

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