PGCert in Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Psychological Trauma and Personality Development) 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 formulating and treating anxiety disorders, PTSD and depression with CBT, have access to adult treatment settings and to regular supervision from a BABCP-accredited supervisor, have employer support, and not be undertaking another academic award. 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).