DClinPsychol Clinical Psychology at University of Edinburgh

Programme overview

An applied doctoral training programme entitling graduates to apply for registration as a clinical psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council and as a chartered clinical psychologist with the British Psychological Society. Trainees gain advanced competence in psychological interventions, including cognitive behavioural therapy and third-wave approaches, with at least half of training based on clinical practice.

What you will study

Two taught courses run in each of the first two years, covering Fundamentals of Clinical Psychology, Professionalism and Practice, Assessment and Measurement, Formulation and Interventions, and applications with people with intellectual disabilities, adults of working age, older people, and children and families, plus Research 1 and 2. Year 3 comprises Advanced Practice Seminars, thesis and viva preparation.

Career pathways

The programme trains clinical psychologists as reflective scientist practitioners to work in NHS Scotland, with eligibility for BPS chartership and HCPC registration.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Programme (2027 entry): unrestricted right to work in the UK at the point of application; UK 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent; eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society confirmed at application (a GBC-accrediting honours degree with a mean of at least 61% across the final two years, or an equivalent conversion MSc or diploma); relevant clinical experience; interpersonal skills and awareness of the NHS context. Self-funded places are not accepted. All applications go through the Clearing House for Postgraduate Courses in Clinical Psychology, normally open September to mid-November. English language (all applicants, including UK nationals): IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each component; TOEFL iBT (from 21 January 2026) 5.0 overall with at least 4.5 in each component.

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 3 years (full-time)

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