University of Birmingham: Clinical Psychology
| Institution | University of Birmingham View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Psychology |
| Web | http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/ |
| postgraduate@contacts.bham.ac.uk |
ClinPsyD
Summary
This programme comprises a combination of academic teaching, research and research training, and professional training during clinical placements; students complete 5 placements in a range of health settings in the West Midlands; the course encourages an attitude of critical open-mindedness to a range of theories and models with an emphasis on the importance of evidence-based practice and reflection on clinical work. The programme is organised on a collaborative basis with local NHS psychologists, and many local clinicians are involved in teaching.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | 1st class degree; a high 2.1 (ie a GPA of 65 or above); or if a lower 2.1, a clinically relevant Masters degree in addition. The candidate must also have 1 year full-time clinically relevant experience such that he/she can demonstrate to have been either applying psychological principles in a clinical setting or engaged in research that is relevant to a clinical population (e.g. as a research assistant or as part of a 3 year PhD). The experience could be spread across 2 years but must equate to 1 year full-time. Mature candidates with relevant professional backgrounds and qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. Candidates must also have Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Master of Research - MRes
Summary
The programme provides the student with understanding and experience of the research methods and techniques appropriate for applied settings. There is a taught component with a focus on the specialist skills and methods required to conduct and evaluate psychological research in clinical settings. There are also 2 research placements and a final research project which are all supervised by staff affiliated to the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology programme or working in clinical areas.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | 2.1 Honours degree in psychology; candidates with other qualifications are considered on an individual basis; English language requirements apply to candidates whose 1st language is not English. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
The programme provides the student with understanding and experience of the research methods and techniques appropriate for applied settings. There is a taught component with a focus on the specialist skills and methods required to conduct and evaluate psychological research in clinical settings. There are also 2 research placements and a final research project which are all supervised by staff affiliated to the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology programme or working in clinical areas.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | 2.1 Honours degree in psychology; candidates with other qualifications are considered on an individual basis; English language requirements apply to candidates whose 1st language is not English. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
University of Birmingham
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