PGCert in Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Psychosis and Bipolar) at University of Oxford

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold or be predicted a first-class or strong upper second-class UK honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject, plus the University's PGCert in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or equivalent high-intensity CBT training; US degrees normally need a minimum GPA of 3.5/4.0. Applicants are normally expected to have at least two years' post-qualification clinical experience and to hold a BABCP core profession (or equivalent evidenced by a KSA portfolio). They must be competent in using CBT for anxiety disorders and depression, have access to adult treatment settings with regular CBT supervision, have employer support, and show commitment to developing CBT skills for psychosis and bipolar. Interview if shortlisted. No GRE or GMAT scores are sought; publications are not expected. English language (higher level, if first language is not English): IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 with minimum Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24; C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 191 overall and 185 per component; Oxford Test of English Advanced 165 overall and 155 per component. Test must be taken no more than two years before the course start. Application deadline for 2027-28 entry: 27 January 2027 (12:00 UK time; needed for Oxford scholarship consideration).